Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2019–2020 Altec Digger Derrick

Recall date

March 23, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

20V174000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 60 units

Why it was recalled

If the pole guide is opened while performing other operations, the pole may become unbalanced and cause loss of control of the load, increasing the risk of injury or death.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2019-2020 DT65-E, D3000-E, and DH-E Digger Derricks Aerial devices. Operators could inadvertently open the pole guide while performing other tasks, possibly resulting in a loss of control of the load.

What to do

Altec will notify owners and will install a guard kit over the pole guide controls, free of charge. The recall began May 5, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 754.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.