Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V485000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V485000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Includes 578 affected units, DIGGER BAIL PIN REPLACEMENT, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 digger derricks utility vehicles built from september 2008 through may 2009. the digger bail pins installed on these vehicles were not properly heat treated and can develop cracks during auger use. the digger could become separated from the digger bail allowing the auger/digger assembly to swing freely from the digger hoses.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the pins free of charge. the safety recall began on october 29, 2010. owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V485000

Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2010-10-07T00:00:00

Subject: Digger bail pin replacement

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 578

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 537

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 digger derricks utility vehicles built from september 2008 through may 2009. the digger bail pins installed on these vehicles were not properly heat treated and can develop cracks during auger use. the digger could become separated from the digger bail allowing the auger/digger assembly to swing freely from the digger hoses.

Consequence Summary: A swinging auger/digger could strike a bystander causing serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the pins free of charge. the safety recall began on october 29, 2010. owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-5yta-naeq-cn79

NHTSA ID: 10V485000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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