Recall 14V461000: 2010–2012 Altec D2000, 2010–2012 Altec D3000
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 29, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 67
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 D2000 and D3000 boom tip winch digger derricks, equipped with winch units manufactured by Tulsa Winch Group (formerly Gear Products). The winch drum on the affected vehicles may deform or fracture.
The risk
A fracture of the winch drum increases the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the winch drum if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 602.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Altec D2000
- 2011 Altec D2000
- 2012 Altec D2000
- 2010 Altec D3000
- 2011 Altec D3000
- 2012 Altec D3000
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V461000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 602
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Aug 11, 2014
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical:winch (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