Recall 23V636000
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
Report Date
20230914
Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
Affected Vehicles
20 models
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2023 DL42 and DL45 Digger Derricks. The incorrect hydraulic load holding valve may have been installed, which can cause the winch to lower uncontrollably and the load to fall.
Safety Consequence
An uncontrolled load falling increases the risk of injury to personnel or others nearby.
Remedy
Altec will replace the load holding valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 6, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 3113.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2005 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2006 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2007 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2008 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2009 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2010 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2011 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2012 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2013 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2014 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2015 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2016 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2017 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2018 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2019 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2020 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2021 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2022 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
| 2023 | ALTEC | DIGGER DERRICK |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.