The worst 2002 Altec Digger Derrick problems
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Recalls 2
Structure
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 18V255000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
Recall number 14V503000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Altec Digger Derrick 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Altec Industries, Inc. has been notified by Samson that certain ropes manufactured between May 6 and May...
- This service information letter (SIL) notified customers to inspect the electrical slip ring for proper...
- This service information letter (SIL) notified customers to add a ground wire to the electrical slip ring.
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Is the 2002 Altec Digger Derrick reliable?
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How many recalls does the 2002 Altec Digger Derrick have?
2 recalls, covering structure and electrical system.
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