Vehicle recall 18V520000 · August 7, 2018
Terex C4000, C5000 and 2 more models
The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Terex south Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Terex C4000, C5000, C6000, and General digger derricks. The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.
- Consequence
- If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
- Remedy
- Terex will notify owners, and dealers will either repair the weld or replace the affected component, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN665.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V520000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 7, 2018
- Filed by
- Terex South Dakota, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- SN665
- Owner notification
- October 3, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 101
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Terex C4000 (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Terex C5000 (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Terex C6000 (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Terex General 80 (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Has your Terex been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Terex dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.