Other: labelsRecall 19V-365 · 2009–2019 Altec Digger Derrick
Altec Industries Inc. recall 19V-365 covers 1,036 2009–2019 Altec Digger Derrick for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on May 13, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q4) shows 57% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V365000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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
57%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.