Recall
Altec Digger Derrick — 12V423000
NHTSA ID
12V423000
Make
Altec
Model
Digger Derrick
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2012-08-30
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
2,193
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 568
Summary
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with a PENGO digger extension shaft. A defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.
Consequence
The stress fracture could cause the extension shaft to separate from the drive hub when digging, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the PENGO digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.