NHTSA recall 14V461000
Equipment › Mechanical › Winch
Altec D2000 and 1 more
Reported Jul 29, 201467 vehicles affectedAltec Industries Inc.Maker’s number CSN 602
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 D2000 and D3000 boom tip winch digger derricks, equipped with winch units manufactured by Tulsa Winch Group (formerly Gear Products). The winch drum on the affected vehicles may deform or fracture.
The risk
A fracture of the winch drum increases the risk of personal injury.
The remedy
Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the winch drum if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 602.