Altec Recalls 2018 Cranes, Derricks, and Aerial Devices Due to Fastener Defect
Altec Industries is recalling 2018 cranes, digger derricks, and aerial devices because overtightened fasteners may break, potentially causing the platform to separate from the vehicle.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where component failure could cause the platform to separate from the vehicle, posing a significant risk of injury.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2018 Altec AC18, AC23, AC30, AC40, and AC45 Cranes, D2045 and DT65 Digger Derricks, and AA55 Aerial Devices. The recall addresses a defect where rotation platform fasteners may have been overtightened, which could result in the fasteners breaking.
If the fasteners break, the pedestal or turntable may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Owners should contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to arrange for the rotation bearing fasteners to be replaced free of charge. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 692. The recall began on September 21, 2018. 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, CRANE, AERIAL DEVICE
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 39
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 (3)
- DIGGER DERRICK
- CRANE
- AERIAL DEVICE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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