The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V706000·Announced 2018-10-09

Altec Recalls Aerial Devices and Digger Derricks Due to Step Defect

Altec is recalling 2017-2018 aerial devices and digger derricks because a step on the fiberglass platform can break off, increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect that can increase the risk of injury, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, L42A, and AT37-G TDA58 aerial devices, as well as DB37, DL/DMB D2/3/4B, and DMB digger derricks. These vehicles are equipped with fiberglass platforms where the step on the outside can break off during normal use.

If the step separates from the platform, it can increase the risk of injury. The recall affects 1,592 units in total.

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the platform step. If the step has separated, dealers will replace the platform and add a platform step reinforcing kit free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE, DIGGER DERRICK
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Devices / Digger Derricks
Hazard
Affected units
1,592

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 (2)

  • AERIAL DEVICE
  • DIGGER DERRICK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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