Structure
- Component
- Structure
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 46
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2018-10-26
- Owners notified
- 2018-10-26
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018 Altec DM45, DM47B, DC45 and DC47 Digger Derricks and TA50 and TA60 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turn table may fail.
Safety risk
If the fasteners fail, the pedestal may separate from the turn table, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 701.