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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V346000

2017 Altec Digger Derrick | 2016 Altec Digger Derrick — Electrical system: starter assembly

Published May 31, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 25, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V346000, published May 31, 2018 and initiated May 25, 2018. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 2017 Altec Digger Derrick | 2016 Altec Digger Derrick — Electrical system: starter assembly.

What's the hazard

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Digger Derrick DM, D2000, D3000, D4000 Series vehicles built on Freightliner M2106/V chassis. The starter cable may be improperly secured, allowing the cable to chafe which could result in an electrical short.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and better secure the starter cable as needed, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 683.

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Recall details

Brand
ALTEC
Model
DIGGER DERRICK
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Lot
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK | 2016 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Altec Digger Derrick | 2016 Altec Digger Derrick — Electrical system: starter assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V346000 on May 31, 2018. Reported hazard: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Digger Derrick DM, D2000, D3000, D4000 Series vehicles built on Freightliner M2106/V chassis. The starter cable may be improperly secured, allowing the cable to chafe which could result in an electrical short.

What should I do if I have this product?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and better secure the starter cable as needed, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 683.

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)