NHTSA recall campaign
13V390000
ManufacturerAltec Industries Inc.Reported2013-08-28Affected1,743 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Altec is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Digger Derrick models D2/3/4 and DC/DL/DM manufactured June 2012 through July 2013. The bolts that attach the winch motor to the winch may not be properly tightened and may become loose.
Risk
If the bolts come loose, the winch motor may detach causing the load to fall, which may result in personal injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will notify owners and Altec service personnel will check and correct the torque of the winch motor bolts. The recall is expected to begin September 12, 2013. Owner's may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is CSN 586.
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