Front or rear mounted bumper winches
Defect Summary
Terex telelect is recalling 60 30,000 lb bumper winches installed by terex telelect from january 2003 through october 2008 in certain utility trucks. the winches were installed to facilitate working on electrical services and communication lines both on and off road. these winches may be equipped with wire ropes that can not withstand the pull force of the bumper winch.
Safety Consequence
Pulling at full force on the bare winch drum may result in failure of the winch line and could result in death or serious injury.
Corrective Action
Terex telelect will notify owners and replace the wire winch rope if it is less than 5/8" diameter free of charge. the recall began on december 22, 2008. owners may contact terex utilities warranty department by calling 1-605-882-4000.
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FAQ: Recall 08E068000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08E068000?
NHTSA recall 08E068000 was issued by Terex South Dakota, Inc. on December 2, 2008. It addresses: Front or rear mounted bumper winches. The recall affects approximately 60 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Terex South Dakota, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E068000 or the manufacturer campaign number CB583. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.