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πŸ’₯ Crash riskNHTSA 05V381πŸ“… Aug 30, 2005

2005 Crane C2 & 2005 Crane LDT2 + 3 more recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain cab and chassis ready-mix, hay hauler, refuse and well service vehicles, there may be material flaws in the drag link assemblies.

πŸ’₯ The risk

A failure of the drag link may cause a loss of steering control, which could result in a crash.

πŸ”§ The fix

Crane carrier will supply and install, at no charge, a replacement drag link. The recall began on september 6, 2005. Owners may contact crane carrier at 1-918-836-7305.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V381000
Manufacturer
CRANE CARRIER COMPANY
Vehicles affected
46
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 6, 2005
Built
Jun 8, 2005 – Aug 19, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V381 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V381?

2005 Crane C2 & 2005 Crane LDT2 + 3 more. 46 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Crane dealer to book the free repair.