Harsco Rail: Safety Recalls in 2012

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Harsco Rail in 2012. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

December 19, 2012

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Possible insufficient weld on Hy-Rail Guide Wheel

Harsco Rail is recalling certain accessory HY-RAIL HR4000 series B and HY-RAIL HR4100 series B rear guide wheel units, within the serial number range 60100 through 63494. These units are installed for use on various work trucks to enable the vehicle to travel on railroad tracks. The potentially affected units may have been manufactured with an insufficient weld on the upper structure.

NHTSA ID: 12E055000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 76

Consequence Summary:

If the weld fails on the guide wheel unit while the vehicle is traveling on a roadway, it could create a potential road hazard, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action:

Notification to owners began on December 10, 2012. Authorized repair facilities will weld on a retrofit kit, free of charge. For more information, owners may contact Harsco Rail at 1-803-822-9160.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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