Altec Industries is recalling certain 2014-2018 DHH and DHB Digger Derrick vehicles
— Recall Campaign #18V745000
Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 DHH and DHB Digger Derrick vehicles. The Zone Rating System may not alert the operator that the load being handled exceeds the rated load for the unit's specific position.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 175 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V745000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 22, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V745000 |
| Units affected: | 175 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 DHH and DHB Digger Derrick vehicles. The Zone Rating System may not alert the operator that the load being handled exceeds the rated load for the unit's specific position.
- Consequeces:
- Without an alert, there is a greater risk of unit instability or a loss of load control, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners and dealers will update the Zone Rating System software, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 700.
- 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.