Elpers Ford F-450 W/ Crane, Intl Maxforce W/ Crane +5 more: Equipment

Affects Elpers Ford F-450 W/ Crane, Intl Maxforce W/ Crane, Ford F-550 W/ Crane, Intl 4300 W/ Crane, Peterbilt 337 W/ Crane, Dodge 5500 W/ Crane, Intl 4400 W/ Crane · 2013–2016 — about 35 vehicles.

The hazard

If the valve bank cover detaches from the crane it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Elpers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover, with a thicker gauge cover, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Elpers' customer service at 1-877-244-4596. Elpers' number for this recall is TB2016001 - IMT dist.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational