NHTSA recall 07V378000
Structure
Tadano ATF65G-4
Reported Aug 27, 200715 vehicles affectedTADANO AMERICA CORPORATION
The defect
On certain all terrain 4-axle cranes, there IS a possibility that while driving, the counterweight may fall on the road due to loose mounting bolts.
The risk
The mounting bolts may be damaged and the counterweight could fall down on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will connect the counterweight with the mechanical support and change the mounting bolts to stronger ones. the recall began on october 23, 2007. owners may contact tadano at 1-281-869-0030.