Altec Recalls Aerial Devices and Digger Derricks Due to Bolt Failure Risk
Altec is recalling 2018-2020 aerial devices and digger derricks because bolts securing the pedestal to the turntable may fail, increasing the risk of injury or death.
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 may lead to injury or death, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA55, AM50, and A77 Aerial Devices and D2, D3, D4, DH-B, and DH-H Digger Derricks. The recall involves 157 units where the bolts that secure the pedestal to the turntable (identified by head marking 5185) may fail.
If these fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from the turntable, which increases the risk of injury or death. This structural defect poses a significant safety hazard to operators and nearby personnel.
Altec will notify owners and provide replacement fasteners free of charge if necessary. This recall began on July 2, 2020. Owners can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 or reference recall number CSN 760. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE, DIGGER DERRICK
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Affected units
- 157
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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