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2014-2016 Altec Digger Derrick recall: equipment

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on May 16, 2016. It covers about 63 vehicles.

vehicles affected
63
reported
May 16, 2016
owners notified
Jun 2, 2016

Equipment

What is wrong
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 DL and DM Digger Derricks manufactured October 1, 2014, to April 30, 2016 with the digger booms mounted in the corner. The rotation bearing fasteners on the affected vehicles may not have been properly torqued.
Risk
If the fasteners are loose or improperly torqued, structural failure may result, causing unexpected movement of the digger derrick and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec has notified owners, and instruct them to perform the annual torque inspection, free of charge. The recall began June 2, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 633.

Recall number 16V307000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V307000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Altec Digger Derrick equipment?

Yes. Recall 16V307000, reported on May 16, 2016, covers about 63 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V307000?

Altec has notified owners, and instruct them to perform the annual torque inspection, free of charge. The recall began June 2, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 633.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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