EquipmentRecall 12V-423 · 2011–2012 Altec Digger Derrick
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. recall 12V-423 covers 2,193 2011–2012 Altec Digger Derrick for a equipment problem, reported to NHTSA on August 30, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V423000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with a PENGO digger extension shaft. A defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.
The 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.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the PENGO digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 568.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.