Palfinger (Palfinger) is recalling certain Knuckle Boom Cranes, models PW38001, 42001, and 50001. The crane base may crack over time from normal crane use.
Palfinger – Crane Base May Be Cracked
| Report Received Date | 08/18/2021 |
| NHTSA ID | 21E076000 |
| Consequence Summary | A cracked crane base could fail and pull away from the truck mount, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | Palfinger will provide inspection and welding instructions for a certified welder to repair any visible cracks and weld a reinforcement plate onto the connection plate on the base as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed on August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-712-256-9347. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 894 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21E076000) |
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