Altec Crane recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 9, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2008–2018 Altec Crane, Digger Derrick

Recall number

18V791000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 331 units

Why it was recalled

The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

What was recalled

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Altec AC18, AC23, AC26, AC30 and AC38 Cranes and D2B, D3A, D4A/B, DL42B, DT65 and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The wiring on the 12V circuit from the chassis battery to the Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be insufficiently sized.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring to the PDM, with a larger wire and/or replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 703.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.