Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2020 DT65-H and DT65-E vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V126000
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2020 DT65-H and DT65-E vehicles. The location of the capacity placard plate could cause a pinch point between the boom and the placard plate.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 613 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V126000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 01, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V126000 |
| Units affected: | 613 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2020 DT65-H and DT65-E vehicles. The location of the capacity placard plate could cause a pinch point between the boom and the placard plate.
- Consequeces:
- If the operator's hand is resting on the plate it could be pinched as the boom is raised, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and owners will receive instructions to relocate the placard plate from the left-hand control pod to the right-hand control pod, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 800.
- 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.