Recall 10V485000: 2008–2009 Altec Altec
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 7, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 578
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 digger derricks utility vehicles built from september 2008 through may 2009. The digger bail pins installed on these vehicles were not properly heat treated and can develop cracks during auger use. The digger could become separated from the digger bail allowing the auger/digger assembly to swing freely from the digger hoses.
The risk
A swinging auger/digger could strike a bystander causing serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the pins free of charge. The safety recall began on october 29, 2010. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec safety recall no. Csn 537.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Altec Altec
- 2009 Altec Altec
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V485000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 537
- Manufacturer
- ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
- Owner letters
- Oct 29, 2010
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology