repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure: frame and members
Risk. A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
2011 Altec Digger DerrickProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2011 Altec Digger Derrick. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-503 the manufacturer reports only 29% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 29, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Altec Digger Derrick has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2011 Altec Digger Derrick recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Mechanical: winch
Risk. An uncontrolled load falling increases the risk of injury to personnel or others nearby.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Equipment
Risk. Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2020 Q2
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Equipment
Risk. A falling feeder tube increases the risk of injury to people nearby.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. If the winch fails while in use, it could cause personal injury.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. The stress fracture could cause the extension shaft to separate from the drive hub when digging, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
no report yet
Equipment: electrical
Risk. OVERHEATING OF THE BATTERY SEPARATOR CAN RESULT IN SMOKE AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. IF THE CONTROL INTERLOCK DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, THE CONTROL HANDLE CAN BE ACCIDENTLY SHIFTED CAUSING MOVEMENT OF THE UNIT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Altec.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Digger Derrick year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Digger Derrick median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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