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SevereNHTSA·20V587000·Announced 2020-09-24

Altec Recalls 2019-2020 Aerial Devices and Digger Derricks for Bolt Failure

Altec is recalling 280 units of 2019-2020 aerial devices and digger derricks because bolts securing the pedestal to the turntable may fail, posing a risk of injury or death.

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 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 2019-2020 AA55, AM50, and A77-T Aerial Devices, as well as D2/3/4B, D3E, DHB, DHH, and DHE Digger Derricks. The recall involves 280 units where the bolts that secure the pedestal to the turntable (identified by head marking 5252) may fail.

If these fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from the turntable, which increases the risk of injury or death. This is a structural defect affecting the stability of the equipment.

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will provide replacement fasteners if necessary, free of charge. This recall began on October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 or reference Altec's recall number CSN 778. 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, AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Special Purpose / Aerial Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
280

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)

  • DIGGER DERRICK
  • AERIAL DEVICE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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