Terex Pole Position Guide Arm Assembly Pin Recall

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Terex South Dakota, Inc. is recalling 3015 pole position guide arm assembly pins due to an insufficient weld that may cause the retaining pin to separate, potentially leading to injury.

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What Happened

Terex South Dakota, Inc. is recalling certain pole position guide arm assembly pins because an insufficient weld on the plate weldment may crack, causing the retaining pin to separate and potentially leading to the pole guide arm falling.

Which Products Are Affected

The affected products are pole position guide arm assembly pins with part number 450543, made by TEREX, model year 9999, and model POLE POSITION GUIDE ARM ASSEMBLY PIN. A total of 3015 units are potentially affected. The official recall number is NHTSA Campaign Number 26E016000.

What You Should Do

Owners should inspect the plate weldment for any cracks or abnormal welds. Dealers or owners will replace the plate weldment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 7, 2026. For more information, contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000, and reference Terex's recall number SN737E.

Why This Matters

This recall addresses a safety issue that could increase the risk of injury if the pole guide arm falls, highlighting the importance of proper equipment maintenance in preventing accidents.

Source

This information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For details, refer to NHTSA Campaign Number 26E016000.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Terex South Dakota, Inc. is recalling 3015 pole position guide arm assembly pins due to an insufficient weld that may cause the retaining pin to separate, potentially leading to injury.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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