Recall 21V559000: 2016–2021 Altec Digger Derrick
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 22, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 878
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 DH, D3000, DT65, and DT85 Digger Derricks. The operator may inadvertently move the pole guide joystick with their forearm due to the close proximity between the controls.
The risk
An unintentionally engaged joystick could result in uncontrolled movement of an unbalanced load, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will provide a guard kit to install over the pole guide controls, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 829.
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
- 2016 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2017 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2018 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2019 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2020 Altec Digger Derrick
- 2021 Altec Digger Derrick
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V559000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 829
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 15, 2021
- 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