NHTSA Recall 11V297000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V297000; Date: May. 24, 2011
If the rod eye casting fails, the boom may suddenly fall causing death or serious injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Altec DM45; 2009 Altec DM45; 2008 Altec DM47; 2009 Altec DM47; 2008 Altec DM50; 2009 Altec DM50
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 227
Recall Summary:
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 dm 45, dm 47 and dm 50 digger derrick utility vehicles manufactured from January 2010 through September 2010. These units may have cracks in the boom lift cylinder rod eye casting that can cause the casting to fail.
How to Fix:
Altec will inspect the lift cylinder rod eye casting for cracks. Any cylinders found with cracks will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Recall Notes:
Altec's safety recall no. Csn 545. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 31, 2011
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