Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Altec Digger Derrick, Aerial Device

Recall date

June 7, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

18V379000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 44 units

Why it was recalled

If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.