ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK 2018: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V127000

Make Model Year
ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-04-03 2019-02-27 2019-02-27

Production Dates: 2003-10-15 - 2019-02-22

Manufacturers Involved: Altec Industries, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: CSN 713

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 14389

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Altec Industries, Inc "Altec" is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec DL/DM, DL/DMB, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The pedestal tube welds may crack over time.

Consequence

Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners and will provide repairs as necessary and a reinforcing kit. The recall began April 3, 2019. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 713.

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.