OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL
21E076000
Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder
Reported Aug 18, 2021 · Palfinger, Inc.
Summary
Palfinger, Inc. (Palfinger) is recalling certain Knuckle Boom Cranes, models PW38001, 42001, and 50001. The crane base may crack over time from normal crane use.
Consequence
A cracked crane base could fail and pull away from the truck mount, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Palfinger will provide inspection and welding instructions for a certified welder to repair any visible cracks and weld a reinforcement plate onto the connection plate on the base as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed on August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-712-256-9347.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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Vehicle entries in this campaign
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