Recall 23V340000: 2021–2023 Altec Digger Derrick
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 11, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 44
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 DT85 Digger Derricks. The Boom pressure limiter may allow the boom to lift loads above the rated capacity and over the Hydraulic Overload Protection (HOP) setting.
The risk
Lifting loads above the boom capacity could overload the unit and cause instability, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will provide instructions to owners to test the boom lift pressure limiter setting and set it to the correct pressure, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3078.
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
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V340000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 3078
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 7, 2023
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder (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