Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2014–2016 Altec Digger Derrick

Recall date

May 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V307000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 63 units

Why it was recalled

If the fasteners are loose or improperly torqued, structural failure may result, causing unexpected movement of the digger derrick and increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 DL and DM Digger Derricks manufactured October 1, 2014, to April 30, 2016 with the digger booms mounted in the corner. The rotation bearing fasteners on the affected vehicles may not have been properly torqued.

What to do

Altec has notified owners, and instruct them to perform the annual torque inspection, free of charge. The recall began June 2, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 633.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.