Terex Advance Front Discharge Concrete recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 7, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Terex Advance Mixer, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Terex Advance Front Discharge Concrete

Recall number

16V806000

Brand / firm

Terex Advance

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 19 units

Why it was recalled

If the wheel end separates, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Terex Advance Mixer, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Front Discharge Mixers manufactured July 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016, equipped with certain Meritor front drive steer axles. These front axles have a king-pin that may fracture and possibly result in wheel end separation.

What to do

Terex will notify owners, and dealers will replace all of the affected lower king-pins, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2017. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-800-678-5961.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.