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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 18V255📅 Apr 25, 2018

2000–2006 Altec Digger Derrick recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's 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.

💥 The risk

Unexpected boom movement can increase the risk of injury or death.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V255000
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Vehicles affected
12
Component
STRUCTURE
Owner phone
1-877-462-5832
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 22, 2018
Built
Nov 1, 1992 – Sep 29, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V255 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V255?

2000–2006 Altec Digger Derrick. 12 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Altec dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-462-5832.