NHTSA recall 15V703000
Steering
Terex Advance Mixer FD4000B and 3 more
Reported Oct 26, 2015288 vehicles affectedTerex AdvanceBuilt Jan 1, 2011 – Sep 1, 2015
The defect
Terex Advance (Terex) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 FD4000B, FD5000D, FD6000B, and FD7000B concrete mixers manufactured January 1, 2011, to September 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have steerable tag axles operated by Eaton Hydraulics S26 Gear Pumps. These gear pumps may unexpectedly fail, reducing the ability to properly steer the vehicle.
The risk
The loss of steering ability may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will replace the S26 gear pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2015. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-800-433-6691.