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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V423000

2011 Altec Digger Derrick | 2012 Altec Digger Derrick — Equipment

Published August 31, 2012 · Recall initiated: August 30, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V423000, published August 31, 2012 and initiated August 30, 2012. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 2011 Altec Digger Derrick | 2012 Altec Digger Derrick — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with a PENGO digger extension shaft. A defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the PENGO digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.

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Recall details

Brand
ALTEC
Model
DIGGER DERRICK
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Lot
2011 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK | 2012 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2011 Altec Digger Derrick | 2012 Altec Digger Derrick — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V423000 on August 31, 2012. Reported hazard: Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with a PENGO digger extension shaft. A defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.

What should I do if I have this product?

Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the PENGO digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ALTEC. Model: DIGGER DERRICK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)