22E067 – Stabilizer Beam Welds May Crack Over Time – IMT Hydraulic Loaders

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An Oshkosh Corporation Company
SAFETY RECALL BULLETIN TB2022001 NHTSA SAFETY RECALL:22E-067
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Mandatory Mechanical Inspection TB2022001
IMT 42864 Crane Stabilizer Beam Crack Instructions IMT Customer/Owner
September 20, 2022
This document provides work instructions to assemble and disassemble the 42684 crane outer and inner support beams.
Wallboard Crane Model 42864 S/N 138001 – 1380032 Do you have questions? Safety Notices: If you have questions or need additional assistance, please contact IMT Technical Support at 800-554-4421 or 641-923-4633.
42684 CRANE STABILIZER WORK INSTRUCTIONS • Follow your company’s Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures to prevent the truck from being started or moved while performing work on this crane. If your company does not have a Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147, Lock-Out/Tag-Out.
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by your company.
• Read and understand the following instructions prior to starting work on the crane. IMT has decided that a defect which relates, to motor vehicle safety, exists in all IMT Model 42684 Loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load. If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
To avoid further damage and break down, it is decided to replace all beams on IMT 42684 cranes. You will receive (2) – 6390121 and (2) – 6390141. Please follow the instruction fitting procedure. The instruction manual is in the sending box together with the beams. The replacement of beams may be finished maximum 2 weeks from receiving parts.
Torque Table
M5 10 N-m
M6 15 N-m
M8 30 N-m
M10 50 N-m
All threads must be applied with Loctite. To
y 4, 5, 6, and 8mm
684 CRANE STABILIZER WORK INSTRUCTIONS Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. 500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) • 17mm combination wrench
• 19mm combination wrench
• Torque wrench 0.6 N-m
• Thread tap M8 (included)
• Thread tap M10 (included)
or (included)
• Boltset for extraction (included)
• Measuring tape
• Reflective stickers (included)
• Loctite 243 for bolts
• Loctite 401 for bushings
Figure 1 Disassemble Outer and Inner Beam:
1. Extract inner beam from outer.
2. Loosen bolts, remove, and remove bracket. 3. Remove the 2 bolts and bushings, one set on each side of the beam. 4. Remove bolts, washers, support bracket and bushing. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 5. Attach sling to inner beam, adjust so distance is 1120mm from endplate. Extract beam and place on work table 6. Remove 2 bolts and 2 bushings. You need to loosen both at the same time. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 7. If you are not able to remove both bolts, you can use the steel screw extractor (included) and a long 8mm bolt and nut. 8. Remove the 2 brackets inside inner beam. 9. Remove bolt connection that holds the plate.
10. Remove the plate and the 2 plugs from hydraulic and 1 from electric housing. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 11. Push the hydraulic housings so they can be moved inside the beam. 12. Flip the beam 90 degrees.
13. Pull the cylinder assembly a bit out so you can attach sling. 14. Remove the 2 bolts.
15. Push the inside bracket so you are able to pull cylinder assembly out of the inner beam. 16. Remove cylinder asssembly and store in safe area.
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) Assemble Inner Beam:
1. Place beam on work table, flip or as illustrated. 2. Bring cylinder assembly into work area. Attach slings to center of cylinder assembly. 3. Replace steel pipe. 4. Start inserting cylinder assembly into beam. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 5. Make sure to push illustrated part in and align. 6. Continue installation of cylinder assembly, don’t push it all in yet. 7. In the opposite end push the hydraulic hose and electric plug in correct position. Tighten the electric plug to 0.6 N-m. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 8. Go back to the first end. Apply LocTite 243 to bolts. 9. Allign holes and tighten bolts. 10. Push the cylinder assembly further in until it is possible to see below illustrated part through the hole. It might be needed to adjust using a screwdriver or similar. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 11. Assemble bolt and bushing. Apply LocTite 243 to the bolt. Insert bushing and bolt.
12. Do same procedure on the other side of the beam. 13. It is necessary to tighten both at the same time as illustrated below. Tighten according to specified. 14. Go to the end and push the rest of the cylinder assembly into the beam. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 15. Mount brackets (2) with 4 bolts, one bracket on each side. Tighten according to specified. 16. Flip the beam 180 degrees.
17. In the other end install plate as illustrated. Install bolt and nut and tighten according to specified. Assemble Outer Beam:
1. Flip the beam 90 degrees.
2. Installl roller. click Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 3. Mount plugs for hydraulic housing and plastic plug in electric housing. 4. Apply grease to the inside of the outer beam and the outside of the inner beam.
5. Apply LocTite 401 glue to 4 of the 6 bushings. 6. Install 4 bushings to the inside of the outer beam. 2 1 3 4 Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 7. Apply LocTite 401 glue to last 2 bushings.
8. Install the last 2 bushings on the outside of the inner beam. 9. Attach sling to center of beam, approximately 1120mm from endplate. 10. Lift the beam and gently push it inside the outer beam. 11. Push the outer and inner beams together, make sure the end is alligned.
12. Install 2 bushings, tighten according to specified. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 13. Pull the inner beam a bit out, 30-40 cm.
14. Use the crane and lift the inner beam.
15. Install bushing and support bracket between bottom of inner and inside the outer beam. 16. Install bolts and washers, tighten according to specified. 17. Lower the beam by crane.
18. Install top bracket. 19. Install bolts and washers, tighten according to specified. Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) 20. Use the crane and gently extract the inner beam from the outer beam.
21. Mount stickers according to specified below.
Register Serial Number:
1. Please register crane serial number.
2. Register if beam is from Left or Right side.
3. Write down the number as illustrated below. Attach number to beam on a strip of tape, numbering tag or similar.
Remember to clean area before attaching marking.
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
500 Highway 18 West • P.O. Box 189 • Garner, IA 50438-0189
641-923-3711• 641-923-6063 (Fax) L= Left Side

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I OW A M OL D T OOL I N G C O. , I N C .
AN OSHKOSH CORPORATION COMPANY 500 HIGHWAY 18 WEST POST OFFICE BOX 189 GARNER, IOWA 50438
641-923-3711 • FAX 641-923-6063
www.imt.com
September 2022 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL 22E-067 Ref: IMT Model 42684 Loaders: Stabilizer Beam Welds May Crack Over Time Dear IMT Dealer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. IMT has decided that a defect which relates, to motor vehicle safety, exists in all IMT Model 42684 Loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load. If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
Why is a recall being conducted?
Certain IMT model 42684 Hydraulic loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load. What are we doing about the problem? IMT is sending new stabilizer beams to replace suspect population. The remedy will take approximately 24 hours. Repair will be done free of charge.
! I M P O R T A N T!
⮚ Your IMT Equipment is being recalled.
⮚ Contact IMT at 800-554-4421 for any questions.
⮚ This recall repair will result in no cost to you. I OW A M OL D T OOL I N G C O. , I N C .
AN OSHKOSH CORPORATION COMPANY 500 HIGHWAY 18 WEST POST OFFICE BOX 189 GARNER, IOWA 50438
641-923-3711 • FAX 641-923-6063
www.imt.com What should you do? Please follow procedure for changing out stabilizer beams and send removed parts to IMT. Who should you contact if you have further questions or concerns? If you have further questions, please contact IMT at 800-554-4421 to allow us to assist you. DISTRIBUTOR RESPONSIBILITY:
Please be reminded that it is a violation of Federal law for you to sell or lease any IMT crane models covered by this notification until this recall has been performed on these units.
Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law. It is the distributor’s responsibility to contact any owners on the attached list and to support service for this remedy. Make sure the customer is aware the remedy will be performed without charge. If you are a lessor of this vehicle, federal regulations require you to send a copy of this notice to your lessee by first-class mail within ten days of your receipt of this notice. If you no longer own this vehicle, please contact us with information of the current owner of this vehicle. I OW A M OL D T OOL I N G C O. , I N C .
AN OSHKOSH CORPORATION COMPANY 500 HIGHWAY 18 WEST POST OFFICE BOX 189 GARNER, IOWA 50438
641-923-3711 • FAX 641-923-6063
www.imt.com
If you have installed this replacement part prior to receipt of this notice, you may be entitled to reimbursement if you incurred any out of pocket cost due to this matter. For further information, please contact IMT Customer Service at the number listed above. If IMT fails or is unable to remedy this defect without charge and within a reasonable time, you may submit a written complaint to: The Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.
Washington, DC 20590
or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We apologize for any inconvenience this safety recall may cause, but your safety is our first concern.
Sincerely,
Your IMT Team

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. AUG 15, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-067 Manufacturer Recall No. : TB2022001 – IMT dist Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Address : 500 Highway 18 West
P.O. Box 189 Garner IA 50438 Company phone : 1-800-247-5958
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 32 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : IMT 42684 Part No. : 6390121 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population includes all IMT Model 42684 Loaders from the start of production until a welding process change was implemented. IMT is the importer of the hydraulic loading crane and components which are later supplied to upfitters for installation on an incomplete vehicle.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 – JUL 01, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Certain IMT model 42684 hydraulic loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient welding during production of the stabilizer beams.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
Cracks may be visible in the stabilizer beam. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Stabilizer beam Component Description : Stabilizer Component Part Number : 6390121 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : HMF
Address : Oddervej 200,
DK-8270 Højbjerg Foreign States Country : Denmark Chronology :
Jan 2022 Tech Support received an email from a customer with photos of a broken stabilizer beam. At the time it was deemed to be an isolated incident. May 2022 Tech Support received an email from a 2nd customer with photos of broken stabilizer beam. This unit indicated an apparent lack of basic maintenance in that the retaining bolts for a mechanical stop on the stabilizer were missing. Missing retaining bolts would have allowed the stabilizer to extend beyond the designed distance for travel, therefore increasing the load moment applied to the beam, possibly contributing to the failure. Nevertheless, the decision was made to have the beam returned for analysis to assure full understanding of the failure mode and to involve the supplier of the stabilizer beam, located in Denmark. July 2022 While the investigation remained ongoing, Tech Support received photos of a broken stabilizer beam on a new unit that was undergoing final stability testing before being released to the field. These photos were forwarded to the supplier in Denmark and because the failure occurred on a new unit, an emphasis was placed on the review of the weld profile and failure appearance. Aug 2022 Duirng the investigation, the component supplier in Denmark conducted tests on sample components in their inventory. In August, 2022, the supplier was able to identify an issue with the weld process that resulted in a weld of inadequate strength. An updated process was implemented to produce all new parts with expected strength and on August 10, 2022, IMT decided to conduct a safety-related recall to address units in the field. IMT is not aware of any injuries or damage that occurred as a result of the performance of the stabilizer beams in the field. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 3 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy consists of replacing the stabilizer beams with new ones that
are produced with an updated welding process. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The procedure will be performed by an IMT distributor service technician at no cost to the customer, and should take less than 8 hours to perform. The vehicle owner may file a warranty claim to IMT for reimbursement of parts & labor.
The remedy component will include welds produced following the implementation of an improved welding process. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : In August 2022 the component supplier implemented a new welding process to assure adequate strength. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : IMT will notify purchasers of the hydraulic loading system of the recall.
The final stage manufacturer will notify vehicle owners. IMT’s 577 Dealer letter will be mailed pending NHTSA approval.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 02, 2022 – SEP 02, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment: Name : Custom Truck & Equipment, LLC Address : 7701 E 24 HWY KANSAS CITY MO 64125 Country : US
Company Phone : 8162414888 Name : I-STATE TRUCK CENTER Address : 1505 S CENTRAL AVE MARSHFIELD WI 54449 Country : US
Company Phone : 7153872545 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Name : CRANEWORKS, INC. Address : 7795 LITTLE YORK ROAD
Houston TX 77016 Country : US
Company Phone : 9082745586
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. OCT 31, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-067 Manufacturer Recall No. : TB2022001 – IMT dist Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Address : 500 Highway 18 West
P.O. Box 189 Garner IA 50438 Company phone : 1-800-247-5958
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 31 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : IMT 42684 Part No. : 6390121 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population includes all IMT Model 42684 Loaders from the start of production until a welding process change was implemented. IMT is the importer of the hydraulic loading crane and components which are later supplied to upfitters for installation on an incomplete vehicle.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 – JUL 01, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Certain IMT model 42684 hydraulic loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient welding during production of the stabilizer beams.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
Cracks may be visible in the stabilizer beam. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Stabilizer beam Component Description : Stabilizer Component Part Number : 6390121 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : HMF
Address : Oddervej 200,
DK-8270 Højbjerg Foreign States Country : Denmark Chronology :
Jan 2022 Tech Support received an email from a customer with photos of a broken stabilizer beam. At the time it was deemed to be an isolated incident. May 2022 Tech Support received an email from a 2nd customer with photos of broken stabilizer beam. This unit indicated an apparent lack of basic maintenance in that the retaining bolts for a mechanical stop on the stabilizer were missing. Missing retaining bolts would have allowed the stabilizer to extend beyond the designed distance for travel, therefore increasing the load moment applied to the beam, possibly contributing to the failure. Nevertheless, the decision was made to have the beam returned for analysis to assure full understanding of the failure mode and to involve the supplier of the stabilizer beam, located in Denmark. July 2022 While the investigation remained ongoing, Tech Support received photos of a broken stabilizer beam on a new unit that was undergoing final stability testing before being released to the field. These photos were forwarded to the supplier in Denmark and because the failure occurred on a new unit, an emphasis was placed on the review of the weld profile and failure appearance. Aug 2022 Duirng the investigation, the component supplier in Denmark conducted tests on sample components in their inventory. In August, 2022, the supplier was able to identify an issue with the weld process that resulted in a weld of inadequate strength. An updated process was implemented to produce all new parts with expected strength and on August 10, 2022, IMT decided to conduct a safety-related recall to address units in the field. IMT is not aware of any injuries or damage that occurred as a result of the performance of the stabilizer beams in the field. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 3 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy consists of replacing the stabilizer beams with new ones that
are produced with an updated welding process. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The procedure will be performed by an IMT distributor service technician at no cost to the customer, and should take less than 8 hours to perform. The vehicle owner may file a warranty claim to IMT for reimbursement of parts & labor.
The remedy component will include welds produced following the implementation of an improved welding process. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : In August 2022 the component supplier implemented a new welding process to assure adequate strength. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : IMT will notify purchasers of the hydraulic loading system of the recall.
The final stage manufacturer will notify vehicle owners. IMT’s 577 Dealer letter will be mailed pending NHTSA approval.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 23, 2022 – SEP 23, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment: Name : Custom Truck & Equipment, LLC Address : 7701 E 24 HWY KANSAS CITY MO 64125 Country : US
Company Phone : 8162414888 Name : CRANEWORKS, INC. Address : 7795 LITTLE YORK ROAD
Houston TX 77016 Country : US
Company Phone : 9082745586 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Name : I-STATE TRUCK CENTER Address : 1505 S CENTRAL AVE MARSHFIELD WI 54449 Country : US
Company Phone : 7153872545
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. OCT 06, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-067 Manufacturer Recall No. : TB2022001 – IMT dist Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Address : 500 Highway 18 West
P.O. Box 189 Garner IA 50438 Company phone : 1-800-247-5958
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 32 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : IMT 42684 Part No. : 6390121 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population includes all IMT Model 42684 Loaders from the start of production until a welding process change was implemented. IMT is the importer of the hydraulic loading crane and components which are later supplied to upfitters for installation on an incomplete vehicle.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 – JUL 01, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Certain IMT model 42684 hydraulic loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient welding during production of the stabilizer beams.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
Cracks may be visible in the stabilizer beam. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Stabilizer beam Component Description : Stabilizer Component Part Number : 6390121 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : HMF
Address : Oddervej 200,
DK-8270 Højbjerg Foreign States Country : Denmark Chronology :
Jan 2022 Tech Support received an email from a customer with photos of a broken stabilizer beam. At the time it was deemed to be an isolated incident. May 2022 Tech Support received an email from a 2nd customer with photos of broken stabilizer beam. This unit indicated an apparent lack of basic maintenance in that the retaining bolts for a mechanical stop on the stabilizer were missing. Missing retaining bolts would have allowed the stabilizer to extend beyond the designed distance for travel, therefore increasing the load moment applied to the beam, possibly contributing to the failure. Nevertheless, the decision was made to have the beam returned for analysis to assure full understanding of the failure mode and to involve the supplier of the stabilizer beam, located in Denmark. July 2022 While the investigation remained ongoing, Tech Support received photos of a broken stabilizer beam on a new unit that was undergoing final stability testing before being released to the field. These photos were forwarded to the supplier in Denmark and because the failure occurred on a new unit, an emphasis was placed on the review of the weld profile and failure appearance. Aug 2022 Duirng the investigation, the component supplier in Denmark conducted tests on sample components in their inventory. In August, 2022, the supplier was able to identify an issue with the weld process that resulted in a weld of inadequate strength. An updated process was implemented to produce all new parts with expected strength and on August 10, 2022, IMT decided to conduct a safety-related recall to address units in the field. IMT is not aware of any injuries or damage that occurred as a result of the performance of the stabilizer beams in the field. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 3 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy consists of replacing the stabilizer beams with new ones that
are produced with an updated welding process. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The procedure will be performed by an IMT distributor service technician at no cost to the customer, and should take less than 8 hours to perform. The vehicle owner may file a warranty claim to IMT for reimbursement of parts & labor.
The remedy component will include welds produced following the implementation of an improved welding process. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : In August 2022 the component supplier implemented a new welding process to assure adequate strength. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : IMT will notify purchasers of the hydraulic loading system of the recall.
The final stage manufacturer will notify vehicle owners. IMT’s 577 Dealer letter will be mailed pending NHTSA approval.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 23, 2022 – SEP 23, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment: Name : Custom Truck & Equipment, LLC Address : 7701 E 24 HWY KANSAS CITY MO 64125 Country : US
Company Phone : 8162414888 Name : I-STATE TRUCK CENTER Address : 1505 S CENTRAL AVE MARSHFIELD WI 54449 Country : US
Company Phone : 7153872545 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Name : CRANEWORKS, INC. Address : 7795 LITTLE YORK ROAD
Houston TX 77016 Country : US
Company Phone : 9082745586
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. OCT 31, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-067 Manufacturer Recall No. : TB2022001 – IMT dist Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Address : 500 Highway 18 West
P.O. Box 189 Garner IA 50438 Company phone : 1-800-247-5958
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 31 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : IMT 42684 Part No. : 6390121 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population includes all IMT Model 42684 Loaders from the start of production until a welding process change was implemented. IMT is the importer of the hydraulic loading crane and components which are later supplied to upfitters for installation on an incomplete vehicle.
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 – JUL 01, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Certain IMT model 42684 hydraulic loaders have stabilizer beams with welds that over time can crack and break under load.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If the cracks in the weld of the stabilizer beam are not addressed, they could progress and eventually cause the stabilizer beam to break. If the stabilizer beam breaks when the hydraulic loader is being operated, it may lead the the vehicle to tip while lifting a load or to disengage the load, increasing the risk of property damage or injury.
Description of the Cause : Insufficient welding during production of the stabilizer beams.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
Cracks may be visible in the stabilizer beam. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Stabilizer beam Component Description : Stabilizer Component Part Number : 6390121 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : HMF
Address : Oddervej 200,
DK-8270 Højbjerg Foreign States Country : Denmark Chronology :
Jan 2022 Tech Support received an email from a customer with photos of a broken stabilizer beam. At the time it was deemed to be an isolated incident. May 2022 Tech Support received an email from a 2nd customer with photos of broken stabilizer beam. This unit indicated an apparent lack of basic maintenance in that the retaining bolts for a mechanical stop on the stabilizer were missing. Missing retaining bolts would have allowed the stabilizer to extend beyond the designed distance for travel, therefore increasing the load moment applied to the beam, possibly contributing to the failure. Nevertheless, the decision was made to have the beam returned for analysis to assure full understanding of the failure mode and to involve the supplier of the stabilizer beam, located in Denmark. July 2022 While the investigation remained ongoing, Tech Support received photos of a broken stabilizer beam on a new truck that was undergoing final stability testing before being released to the field. These photos were forwarded to the supplier in Denmark and because the failure occurred on a new truck, an emphasis was placed on the review of the weld profile and failure appearance. Aug 2022 Duirng the investigation, the component supplier in Denmark conducted tests on sample components in their inventory. In August, 2022, the supplier was able to identify an issue with the weld process that resulted in a weld of inadequate strength. An updated process was implemented to produce all new parts with expected strength and on August 10, 2022, IMT decided to conduct a safety-related recall to address units in the field. IMT is not aware of any injuries or damage that occurred as a result of the performance of the stabilizer beams in the field. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067 Page 3 Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy consists of replacing the stabilizer beams with new ones that
are produced with an updated welding process. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The procedure will be performed by an IMT distributor service technician at no cost to the customer, and should take less than 8 hours to perform. The vehicle owner may file a warranty claim to IMT for reimbursement of parts & labor.
The remedy component will include welds produced following the implementation of an improved welding process. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : In August 2022 the component supplier implemented a new welding process to assure adequate strength. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : IMT will notify purchasers of the hydraulic loading system of the recall.
The final stage manufacturer will notify vehicle owners. IMT’s 577 Dealer letter will be mailed pending NHTSA approval.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 23, 2022 – SEP 23, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment: Name : Custom Truck & Equipment, LLC Address : 7701 E 24 HWY KANSAS CITY MO 64125 Country : US
Company Phone : 8162414888 Name : I-STATE TRUCK CENTER Address : 1505 S CENTRAL AVE MARSHFIELD WI 54449 Country : US
Company Phone : 7153872545 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-067
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Name : CRANEWORKS, INC. Address : 7795 LITTLE YORK ROAD
Houston TX 77016 Country : US
Company Phone : 9082745586
* NR – Not Reported

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