CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA55, AM50 and A77 Aerial Devices and D2, D3, D4, DH-B and DH-H Digger Derricks. The bolts that secure the pedestal to the turntable (with head marking 5185) may fail.
- Risk
- If the fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from turntable, increasing the risk of injury or death.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners and will provide replacement fasteners if necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 2, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 760.
- 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
Certain aerial devices and digger derricks built from 2018 through 2020 may have bolts that attach the pedestal to the turntable that can fail. The bolts are marked with head marking 5185. If the fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from the turntable.
A separated pedestal raises the risk of serious injury or death to operators and nearby workers. Owners of affected equipment should contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832, referencing campaign number CSN 760. Altec will notify owners and will provide replacement fasteners free of charge if necessary.
You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls through the NHTSA website, and have any remedy performed by an authorized dealer at no cost to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Aerial Device | 201820192020 |
|---|---|
| Altec Digger Derrick | 201820192020 |