Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. is recalling certain Omnex Proportional Wireless Transmitters
— Recall Campaign #18E105000
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT) is recalling certain Omnex Proportional Wireless Transmitters, part numbers 70733882 and 70733883, used for controlling cranes. These wireless transmitters have a diode that can fail, possibly causing the crane to move in an unintended manner.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 20 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18E105000
| Manufacturer: | Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. |
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| Recall date: | November 16, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18E105000 |
| Units affected: | 20 |
- Description:
- Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT) is recalling certain Omnex Proportional Wireless Transmitters, part numbers 70733882 and 70733883, used for controlling cranes. These wireless transmitters have a diode that can fail, possibly causing the crane to move in an unintended manner.
- Consequeces:
- If the crane moves in a way that was not intended, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
- Corrective action:
- IMT will notify owners, and IMT Distributors will replace the transmitter, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2019. Owners may contact IMT customer service at 1-800-554-4421.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.