NHTSA Recall 18V757000
Filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Component: Structure. Reported 2018-10-26. An estimated 46 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018 Altec DM45, DM47B, DC45 and DC47 Digger Derricks and TA50 and TA60 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turn table may fail.
Risk
If the fasteners fail, the pedestal may separate from the turn table, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 701.
Manufacturer campaign number: MAB 701
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.safercar.gov.