Recall 19V365000: 2009–2019 Altec Digger Derrick
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 13, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 1,036
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2009-2019 DL/DM, DL/DMB, DH, D/2/3/4, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The slope indicator placard card may falsely indicate that the unit could be used without leveling on a 5 degree slope.
The risk
An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and issue CSN 719 to owners, instructing them to remove the incorrect placards, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 719.
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
- 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
- 19V365000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 719
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 2, 2019
- Components
- Equipment:other:labels (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