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- Problem
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2009-2019 DL/DM, DL/DMB, DH, D/2/3/4, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The slope indicator placard card may falsely indicate that the unit could be used without leveling on a 5 degree slope.
- Risk
- An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners, and issue CSN 719 to owners, instructing them to remove the incorrect placards, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 719.
- 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
A slope indicator placard on certain Digger Derrick vehicles may incorrectly state that the unit can be used without leveling on a 5 degree slope. An operator who relies on that placard may set up the unit improperly, making it unstable.
An unstable unit increases the risk of injury to operators and others nearby. Owners should contact Altec Industries Inc. at 1-877-462-5832, referencing CSN 719, to receive the notice and instructions for removing the incorrect placards. The placard removal is free of charge.
You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether this recall applies to your equipment.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Digger Derrick | 20092010201120122013201420152016201720182019 |
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