2019-2026 Terex C4000, 2019-2026 Terex C5000, 2019-2026 Terex C6000 and 3 more models recall: Cracked Weld May Cause Pole Guide Arm to Fall
Report received by NHTSA: March 19, 2026.
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- What's recalled
Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2019-2026 General 65, General 80, General 95, C4000, C5000, and C6000 digger utility trucks equipped with pole guides. An insufficient weld on the plate weldment may crack, causing the retaining pin to separate.
- The risk
Without a retaining pin, the pole guide arm may fall, increasing the risk of injury to people around the truck.
- Who's affected
2,303 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2019-2026 Terex C4000, 2019-2026 Terex C5000, 2019-2026 Terex C6000, 2019-2026 Terex General 65, 2019-2026 Terex General 80, 2019-2026 Terex General 95.
- Compared with
Terex South Dakota, Inc. has 3 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 0 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
24 earlier NHTSA recalls by Terex South Dakota, Inc. since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Jan. 12, 2026 2025 Terex HR40, 2025 Terex HR46, 2025 Terex Lt-Series and 3 more models recall: Hydraulic Equipment May Overheat
- Oct. 3, 2024 Terex South Dakota, Inc. recall: Jib Extension Cylinder Rod Weld Can Fail (agency record)
- July 11, 2024 Terex South Dakota, Inc. recall: Boom Basket Retaining Pin Failure (agency record)
- June 13, 2024 Terex South Dakota, Inc. recall: Controller May Fail to Keep Platform Level (agency record)
- Jan. 25, 2024 Terex South Dakota, Inc. recall: Boom Rotation Bearing Bolts Not Tightened Properly (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Owners will 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 were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Terex's customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN737.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Terex C4000 2019-2026
- Terex C5000 2019-2026
- Terex C6000 2019-2026
- Terex General 65 2019-2026
- Terex General 80 2019-2026
- Terex General 95 2019-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V167000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Terex South Dakota, Inc. |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received by NHTSA | March 19, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 2,303 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | SN 737 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record