Recall 17V107 affects 35 2016 Altec Digger Derrick vehicles for outer rotation bearing fasteners that can fail. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 35 2016 Digger Derrick vehicles because fasteners that secure the outer rotation bearings can fail. If the rotation platform fasteners fail, the digger boom can move unintentionally and increase the risk of injury to the operator or people nearby; Altec dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2016 Altec Digger Derrick, the outer rotation bearing is the large bearing assembly that lets the upper digger derrick equipment rotate on its base. The fasteners in this recall are the bolts that clamp that bearing in place. Those bolts have to hold steady while the equipment moves and while loads pass through the structure.
On affected units, those fasteners fail at the bolt head. Altec found the issue during final assembly checks, when a bolt head was missing and additional bolts broke during torque checks. The broken fasteners came from the same lot, and affected bolts have a specific number stamped on the bolt head.
An operator can notice the problem during the required pre-operational visual inspection. Look for a missing bolt head, a broken fastener, or the stamped bolt number identified in the recall instructions. Annual preventive maintenance torque checks are also intended to catch defective fasteners before the equipment returns to service.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Altec Digger Derrick | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 35 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Failed fasteners can let the digger boom move unintentionally, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or people nearby. Use the required pre-operational visual check and annual torque check, and take the unit out of service if fasteners are damaged or loose. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Altec Digger Derrick is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Altec dealer to schedule the free inspection and fastener replacement that secures the outer rotation bearings.
- Bring the recall notice if Altec mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V107 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the boom and rotation platform until the fastener repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Altec technician inspects the fasteners that secure the outer rotation bearings and replaces any fasteners that need replacement. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under the recall. If you paid out of pocket for a related fastener or bearing repair before the recall notice, Altec has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented claims. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Altec customer service for the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| February 17, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| February 24, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 24, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V107?
Recall 17V107 covers 35 2016 Altec Digger Derrick vehicles with outer rotation bearing fasteners that can fail. If those fasteners fail, the digger boom can move unintentionally and increase injury risk for the operator or people nearby.
What should I do if my 2016 Altec Digger Derrick is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2016 Altec Digger Derrick is included in recall 17V107. If it is, contact a franchised Altec dealer to schedule the fastener inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 17V107 or Altec recall MAB 650 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Altec dealers will inspect and replace the outer rotation bearing fasteners free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended digger boom movement if the fasteners that attach the rotation platform to the truck fail. That movement increases the risk of injury to the user or people nearby, so confirm the VIN and complete the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V107000 |
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| Altec customer service | 1-877-462-5832 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V107 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V107000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →