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2001 Altec Digger Derrick — federal recalls on file

2 federal recalls reported for the 2001 Altec Digger Derrick

These are federal recalls reported for the 2001 Altec Digger Derrick. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

18V-255 Open recall Apr 20, 2018

Altec Industries Inc.

STRUCTURE

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.

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

Remedy: 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. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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14V-503 Open recall Aug 15, 2014

Altec Industries Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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