# Hiab USA Inc.: Crane Column May Fail (26E047000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 20/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hiab USA Inc. |
| Subject | Crane Column May Fail |
| NHTSA ID | 26E047000 |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Units potentially affected | 996 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Hiab USA Inc. (Hiab) 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. |
| Consequence | 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. |
| Remedy | 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. |

## Why this score
- 996 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26E047000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.