Recall
Altec Digger Derrick — 21V559000
NHTSA ID
21V559000
Make
Altec
Model
Digger Derrick
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2021-07-22
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
878
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 829
Summary
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 DH, D3000, DT65, and DT85 Digger Derricks. The operator may inadvertently move the pole guide joystick with their forearm due to the close proximity between the controls.
Consequence
An unintentionally engaged joystick could result in uncontrolled movement of an unbalanced load, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will provide a guard kit to install over the pole guide controls, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 829.