2009 Terex Digger Derrick Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 17, 2017 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Digger Derrick years
Not enough data 1st of 21 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2009 Terex Digger Derrick so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2009 Terex Digger Derrick recalls (3)

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Equipment; electrical systemMay 15, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V320000 · 58 vehicles

Problem: Terex South Dakota (TSD) is recalling certain 2007-2016 vehicles equipped with Terex C4000, FC, HR, HRX, SCM, TC, TCX, TL, TPL, and XT aerial devices and digger derricks used for utility line work. In the event of a short circuit of a tool plugged into the onboard electrical socket, the GFPE breaker may not trip at the proper current before the user receives a shock.

Risk: Without proper protection against electrical shock, the user has a greater risk of injury.

Fix: TSD will notify owners, and dealers will replace the breakers with GFCI breakers that will trip at a lower current, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2017. Owners may contact TSD Customer Service Department at 1-800-982-8975. TSD's number for this recall is SN658.

Equipment; structureMar 7, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V089000 · 261 vehicles

Problem: Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain model year 1999-2012 XL4000 Digger Derrick utility trucks. The shims and spacers used to adjust the length of the hydraulic cylinder may give, causing the rod eye and threads to fatigue while lifting loads.

Risk: The hydraulic cylinder may separate from the digger derick arm, allowing it to collapse without warning, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.

Fix: Terex will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rod eye and threads, as necessary. The existing shims and spacer will be replaced with a hardened spacer. All repairs will be made at no charge to the owner. The recall began on May 23, 2013. Owners may contact Terex at 1-605-882-4000.

EquipmentJan 20, 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V048000 · 254 vehicles

Problem: Terex is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 aerial device and digger derrick utility vehicles manufactured from june, 2008 through november, 2010. The lanyard anchors were not heat treated properly and may fracture.

Risk: Failure of the lanyard anchor could occur increasing the risk of personal injuries or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lanyard anchors with a new part free of charge. The safety recall began on february 11, 2011. Owners may contact terex at 1-605-884-3892.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Terex Digger Derrick?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Terex Digger Derrick?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2009 Terex Digger Derrick a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Digger Derrick model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.