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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec DL/DM, DL/DMB, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The pedestal tube welds may crack over time.
- Risk
- Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners and will provide repairs as necessary and a reinforcing kit. The recall began April 3, 2019. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 713.
- 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
Pedestal tube welds on certain digger derrick trucks may crack over time. If a crack is not repaired, the pedestal can fail and move uncontrollably, which increases the risk of injury to operators and nearby workers.
Owners will be notified by Altec Industries. Repairs will be made as necessary, and a reinforcing kit will be provided at no cost. Owners can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference recall number CSN 713. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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