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- STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018 Altec DM45, DM47B, DC45 and DC47 Digger Derricks and TA50 and TA60 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turn table may fail.
- Risk
- If the fasteners fail, the pedestal may separate from the turn table, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 701.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
High strength fasteners securing the pedestal to the turntable on certain 2018 aerial devices and digger derricks may fail. If the fasteners fail, the pedestal may separate from the turntable, increasing the risk of injury.
Altec has notified owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the fasteners and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owners can also contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference recall number MAB 701. Check your VIN for any open recalls on your vehicle.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Aerial Device | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Altec Digger Derrick | 2018 |