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SevereNHTSA·16V307000·Announced 2016-05-16

Altec Recalls 2014-2016 Digger Derricks Due to Rotation Bearing Fastener Torque Issue

Altec is recalling 2014-2016 Digger Derricks because rotation bearing fasteners may not be properly torqued, posing a risk of structural failure and injury.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (rotation bearing fasteners) where failure may result in unexpected movement and injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 DL and DM Digger Derricks manufactured between October 1, 2014, and April 30, 2016. The recall applies specifically to units with digger booms mounted in the corner. The defect involves rotation bearing fasteners that may not have been properly torqued during manufacturing.

If the fasteners are loose or improperly torqued, structural failure may occur. This could cause unexpected movement of the digger derrick, increasing the risk of injury to operators or bystanders. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury or death associated with this defect.

Owners have been notified by Altec to perform the annual torque inspection free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2016. Owners can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 for assistance. Altec's reference number for this recall is CSN 633. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Special Purpose Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
63

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • DIGGER DERRICK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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