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NHTSA recall,

Hiab K-HiPro 425 and K-HiPro 505 cranes

The crane column may fail due to a cracked weld, causing the column to collapse and risking injury.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

Hiab USA Inc. is recalling certain K-HiPro 425 and K-HiPro 505 cranes. Under certain operating conditions, over time the weld between the column pillar and the main plate may fatigue and crack. A cracked weld may result in the collapse of the crane column when in use, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or others nearby.

The recall was reported to NHTSA on July 22, 2026, and the cranes were distributed nationwide. Hiab will inspect crane operating data and replace the columns as necessary, free of charge. For cranes that are inspected but do not require a replacement, Hiab will regularly monitor the column and replace as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2026.

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What to do

If yours is included:

  1. Hiab will inspect crane operating data and replace the columns as necessary, free of charge.
  2. For cranes that are inspected but do not require a replacement, Hiab will regularly monitor the column and replace as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2026. You may contact Hiab customer service at (844) 442-2911.
  3. Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

Hiab will inspect crane operating data and replace the columns as necessary, free of charge. For cranes that are inspected but do not require a replacement, Hiab will regularly monitor the column and replace as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2026. Owners may contact Hiab customer service at (844) 442-2911.

Is yours affected?

Compare these details with yours, then check the recall notice to see which units are recalled.

  1. Hiab K-HiPro 425, Equipment

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
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Nationwide
Manufacturer
Hiab USA Inc.
Component
Vehicle equipment defect
Campaign
26E047000
Units affected
996
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters mailed
Manufacturer phone
(844) 442-2911

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 3, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)