Recall
Altec Digger Derrick — 18V255000
NHTSA ID
18V255000
Make
Altec
Model
Digger Derrick
Years Affected
2002
Recall Date
2018-04-20
Component
STRUCTURE
Units Affected
12
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1992-2006 Digger Derrick trucks that have a specific boom pivot pin which may fail and cause the boom to move unexpectedly.
Consequence
Unexpected boom movement can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and instruct them to inspect the vehicle for defective pivot pins and replace any that are found, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.