Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Altec Digger Derrick, Aerial Device

Recall date

July 14, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V536000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 252 units

Why it was recalled

Unexpected winch movement may increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. The affected vehicles have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected movement of the winch or the capstan.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 635.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.