Recall 18V791000: 2008–2018 Altec Crane, 2008–2018 Altec Digger Derrick

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Nov 9, 2018
Vehicles affected
331
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Altec AC18, AC23, AC26, AC30 and AC38 Cranes and D2B, D3A, D4A/B, DL42B, DT65 and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The wiring on the 12V circuit from the chassis battery to the Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be insufficiently sized.

The risk

The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

The fix

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring to the PDM, with a larger wire and/or replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 703.

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

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V791000
Manufacturer campaign
CSN 703
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Owner letters
Jan 9, 2019
Components
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System); Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System)

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