NHTSA Recall 23V340000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V340000; Date: May. 11, 2023
lifting loads above the boom capacity could overload the unit and cause instability, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 Altec Digger Derrick; 2022 Altec Digger Derrick; 2023 Altec Digger Derrick
Component: Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder
Manufactured by: Altec Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 44
Recall Summary:
altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 dt85 digger derricks. the boom pressure limiter may allow the boom to lift loads above the rated capacity and over the hydraulic overload protection (hop) setting.
How to Fix:
altec will provide instructions to owners to test the boom lift pressure limiter setting and set it to the correct pressure, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 7, 2023. owners may contact altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 3078.
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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