Recall 21V512000: 2020–2021 Altec D2000, 2020–2021 Altec D3000, 2020–2021 Altec D4000
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 7, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 43
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2021 D2000, 3000, and 4000 Derrick diggers. A retaining ring in the gearbox assembly was improperly seated during production, allowing the boom to unintentionally rotate freely.
The risk
Unintended boom movement increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will repair the gearbox assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 827.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2020 Altec D2000
- 2021 Altec D2000
- 2020 Altec D3000
- 2021 Altec D3000
- 2020 Altec D4000
- 2021 Altec D4000
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V512000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MAB 827
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 3, 2021
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder:hoses/cables/rods/gears/strut/cylinder (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