Recall 13V141 affects 1,057 2007-2012 Altec Digger Derrick utility trucks for winch drums that deform or fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 1,057 2007-2012 Digger Derrick utility trucks because the boom tip winch drum can deform or fracture. If the winch fails while in use, it can cause personal injury, and the Altec dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The boom tip winch on 2007-2012 Altec Digger Derrick utility trucks is the lifting equipment mounted at the end of the boom. Its winch drum is the round metal spool that holds the winch line, keeps the line wrapped evenly, and feeds it out or pulls it back in as the operator handles a load.
On affected trucks, the boom tip winches use Tulsa Winch Group, formerly Gear Products, winch drums that do not hold their shape as intended. The drum can deform or fracture during winch use. Once the drum changes shape or breaks, the winch line no longer has a stable spool to ride on, and the operator loses reliable control of that lifting point.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat unusual winch movement, visible drum damage, or a line that no longer winds cleanly as a reason to stop using the boom tip winch and have the truck inspected.
Who's affected?
The scope runs from 2007 through 2012 and stays with one model, Digger Derrick, with Equipment listed as the affected component.
| 2012 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2007 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
| 2009 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
| 2008 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
| 2011 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
| 2010 Altec Digger Derrick | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,057 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the winch fails while in use, it can cause personal injury. Keep people clear of the winch area and arrange service before using the equipment again. Repair will be free at any franchised Altec dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2012 Altec Digger Derrick is included in this recall.
- Review any Altec owner notice before scheduling service, since the notice gives the dealer instructions for this recall.
- Contact an Altec dealer about the free winch-drum replacement that fixes the deformation or fracture risk.
- Reference recall number 13V141 and Altec recall CSN 574 when you call.
- Avoid using the boom tip winch until Altec or the dealer confirms the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Altec's remedy replaces the affected boom tip winch drum. At the dealer, an Altec technician removes the winch drum covered by the recall and installs a replacement drum, free of charge. The source remedy says Altec notified owners and dealers when the campaign began on June 10, 2013, but this page does not list a current remedy status. Confirm your VIN before scheduling, then ask the dealer whether the drum replacement is open for your truck.
Timeline
| April 11, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 10, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V141?
Recall 13V141 covers 1,057 2007-2012 Altec Digger Derrick utility trucks equipped with boom tip winches using Tulsa Winch Group winch drums. The winch drum can deform or fracture, and Altec dealers replace the drum for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2012 Altec Digger Derrick is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Digger Derrick is included in recall 13V141. If it is, contact an Altec dealer to schedule the winch drum replacement. Reference recall number 13V141 and Altec campaign CSN 574 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost. Altec's remedy says dealers will replace the winch drum free of charge, and the recall began on June 10, 2013.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is winch failure during use. If the boom tip winch drum deforms or fractures, the winch can fail and cause personal injury. Confirm the VIN, then schedule the free winch drum replacement with an Altec dealer.
What if I bought my Altec Digger Derrick used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Digger Derrick is included, and give the dealer recall number 13V141 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V141000 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA recall # | 13V141 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V141000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →