NHTSA recall 19V365000
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Altec Digger Derrick
Reported May 13, 20191,036 vehicles affectedAltec Industries Inc.Maker’s number CSN 719Built Mar 15, 2009 – Apr 15, 2019
The defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2009-2019 DL/DM, DL/DMB, DH, D/2/3/4, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The slope indicator placard card may falsely indicate that the unit could be used without leveling on a 5 degree slope.
The risk
An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Altec will notify owners, and issue CSN 719 to owners, instructing them to remove the incorrect placards, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 719.