NHTSA Recall 23V326000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V326000; Date: May. 4, 2023
an auger extension bar that detaches while the digger drive unit is deployed, can increase the risk of injury to nearby personnel.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Altec Digger Derrick; 2018 Altec Digger Derrick; 2019 Altec Digger Derrick; 2020 Altec Digger Derrick; 2021 Altec Digger Derrick; 2022 Altec Digger Derrick
Component: Equipment:mechanical
Manufactured by: Altec Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 353
Recall Summary:
altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2017-2022 dc, db, dl, dm, dh, dt, and d2/3/4000 digger derricks. the hardware that secures the removable auger hex extension bar to the drive unit coupler was not installed, which may cause it to detach.
How to Fix:
altec will provide instructions for owners to inspect the auger extension assembly for missing hardware. if hardware is found to be missing, a replacement kit will be provided by altec, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023. owners may contact altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 3076.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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