PALFINGER 2018 PALFINGER MATERIAL HANDLING CRANES Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 PALFINGER MATERIAL HANDLING CRANES
Brand
PALFINGER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Palfinger USA, LLC is recalling certain 2018 PALFINGER MATERIAL HANDLING CRANES vehicles due to equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder issues. The cracks may cause the shear plate to fail, allowing the boom tip and any attached load to fall, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Palfinger USA, LLC (Palfinger) is recalling certain 2015-2021 PW32001, PW32001-A, PW32001-SLE, PW35001, PW35001-SH, PW38001, PW42001, and PW50001 cranes. The shear plates may develop fatigue cracks.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The cracks may cause the shear plate to fail, allowing the boom tip and any attached load to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Palfinger will inspect the cranes, and convert to an updated mounting design, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on December 29, 2021. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-419-448-8156.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026