PACCAR Incorporated recalls Braden Hydraulic Recovery Winch

Recall date

July 17, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

17E037000

Brand / firm

Braden

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 427 units

Why it was recalled

Failure of the winch may result in loss of control of the load, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain Braden Hydraulic Recovery winches, model number PD18C, sold as part numbers 05370, 05373, 05374, 05375, 05439, 05644, 06033, 06811, 06979, and 83195 by PACCAR Winches. A defective ring gear adapter might cause the winch to fail under load.

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will test the winches, replacing any defective ring gear adapters, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17WINA.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.