Altec Recalls 2016-2019 Digger Derrick Vehicles Due to Outrigger Valve Defect
Altec is recalling 2016-2019 Digger Derrick vehicles because incorrectly plumbed outrigger valves may cause the unit to retract unexpectedly, risking collapse and injury.
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 the unit may collapse, explicitly increasing the risk of injury or death to those nearby, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2016-2019 Altec D2/3/4B, DLB, DMB, DHB, DT65, and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The recall involves 275 units where the outrigger valves may be plumbed incorrectly.
This defect could cause the outriggers to continue retracting after the operator has stopped controlling them. If the outriggers retract without command, the unit may become unstable and collapse, increasing the risk of injury or death to those nearby.
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the outrigger valve plumbing and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2019. 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 DIGGER DERRICK
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Affected units
- 275
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.
Related recalls
Same brand · ALTEC
- High
- SevereAltec Recalls Aerial Devices and Digger Derricks Due to Wiring Defect
NHTSA · 2026-09-24
- SevereAltec Recalls 2021-2023 Service Body Vehicles Due to Fire Risk
NHTSA · 2026-08-27
- High
- Severe
Same manufacturer · Altec Industries Inc.
See all →- SevereAltec Recalls AP Series Trucks Due to Fire Risk
NHTSA · 2026-07-16
- HighAltec Recalls 2022-2026 Service Body Vehicles Due to Wiring Fire Risk
NHTSA · 2026-07-02
Same hazard · structural failure
See all →- SevereMedline Bariatric Rollator Recalled Due to Front Wheel Detachment Risk
FDA (Devices) · 2026-10-14
- ModerateQuantum Ops Recalls ADAPTABLE Beach Chair Surgical Patient Positioners
FDA (Devices) · 2026-10-14
- SevereMedline Bariatric Rollator Recalled Due to Front Wheel Assembly Disconnect Risk
FDA (Devices) · 2026-10-14
- SeverePacearth Recalls Swing Seats Due to Serious Injury Risk from Falling
CPSC · 2026-10-08
- SevereRing Power Recalls Terex Vehicles Due to Potential Pintle Hitch Failure
NHTSA · 2026-10-02
Similar recalls
- SevereAltec Recalls Digger Derricks Due to Uncontrolled Winch Lowering Risk
NHTSA · 2023-09-14
- SevereAltec Recalls 2018-2020 Digger Derricks Due to Hydraulic Valve Defect
NHTSA · 2020-12-10
- SevereAltec Recalls Digger Derrick Vehicles Due to Pedestal Tube Weld Cracks
NHTSA · 2019-02-27
- SevereAltec Recalls 2016 Digger Derrick Vehicles Due to Fastener Failure Risk
NHTSA · 2017-02-17
- HighAltec Recalls 2022 Digger Derrick Vehicles Due to Incorrect Bolt
NHTSA · 2023-01-12
- HighAltec Recalls 2024-2025 Digger Derrick Vehicles for Hydraulic Defect
NHTSA · 2025-04-17