Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2009–2019 Altec Digger Derrick

Recall date

May 13, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

19V365000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,036 units

Why it was recalled

An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.