Recall 19V127000: 2005–2019 Altec Digger Derrick
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 27, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 14,389
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2006 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2007 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2008 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2009 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2010 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2011 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2012 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2013 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2014 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2015 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2016 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2017 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2018 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2019 Altec Digger Derrick
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V127000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 713
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 3, 2019
- 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