Defect Description For Recall
TBEI Is Recalling 605 Crysteel Truck Hoists Manufactured Between January 23 And March 19, 2008. The Affected Hoists Were Sold Only As After Market For Use On Dump Truck Applications. Each Tension Arm Of The Hoist Was Supposed To Have 6 Welds. Instead, Each Arm May Have Only 5 Welds. The Stress On Each Tension Arm Of A Hoist With 5 Welds Was Significantly More Than It Would Be With 6 Welds.
Make Of Vehicle
CRYSTEEL TRUCK HOIST
Model Of Vehicle
LB400
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
08E028000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
These Stresses Could Ultimately Cause A Premature Failure Of The Hoist Which Could Result In The Lower Arms Breaking And The Body Falling. The Sudden Jolt Of The Falling Body Hitting The Truck Frame Could Cause The Vehicle To Bounce, Possibly Causing The Driver To Lose Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
TBEI Will Notify Owners And Repair The Hoists Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 21, 2008. Owners May Contact TBEI At 952-941-0752.
Vehicle Manufacturer
TBEI, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20080123
End Of Manufacture
20080319
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
605
Date Owners Notified
20080421
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
TBEI, Incorporated
Date Report Received
20080331