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2019-2020 Altec Digger Derrick recall: equipment

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on March 23, 2020. It covers about 60 vehicles.

vehicles affected
60
reported
Mar 23, 2020
owners notified
May 5, 2020

Equipment

What is wrong
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2019-2020 DT65-E, D3000-E, and DH-E Digger Derricks Aerial devices. Operators could inadvertently open the pole guide while performing other tasks, possibly resulting in a loss of control of the load.
Risk
If the pole guide is opened while performing other operations, the pole may become unbalanced and cause loss of control of the load, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and will install a guard kit over the pole guide controls, free of charge. The recall began May 5, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 754.

Recall number 20V174000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 20V174000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Altec Digger Derrick equipment?

Yes. Recall 20V174000, reported on March 23, 2020, covers about 60 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V174000?

Altec will notify owners and will install a guard kit over the pole guide controls, free of charge. The recall began May 5, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 754.

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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