StructureRecall 18V-255 · 1992–2006 Altec Digger Derrick
Altec Industries Inc. recall 18V-255 covers 12 1992–2006 Altec Digger Derrick for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on April 20, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 50% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V255000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1992-2006 Digger Derrick trucks that have a specific boom pivot pin which may fail and cause the boom to move unexpectedly.
The risk
Unexpected boom movement can increase the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and instruct them to inspect the vehicle for defective pivot pins and replace any that are found, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
50%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.