Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V423000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V423000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011-2012 digger derrick vehicles equipped with a pengo digger extension shaft Includes 2,193 affected units, PENGO extension shaft separation, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2011-2012 digger derrick vehicles equipped with a pengo digger extension shaft

Defect Summary

Altec industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 digger derrick vehicles equipped with a pengo digger extension shaft. a defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the pengo digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. the safety recall began on october 12, 2012. owners may contact altec industries at 1-877-462-5832.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V423000

Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2012-08-30T00:00:00

Subject: Pengo extension shaft separation

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 2,193

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 568

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Altec industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 digger derrick vehicles equipped with a pengo digger extension shaft. a defect in the base material at the weld joint may result in a stress fracture through the applied weld of the drive hub to the hex bar material.

Consequence Summary: The stress fracture could cause the extension shaft to separate from the drive hub when digging, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.

Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the pengo digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. the safety recall began on october 12, 2012. owners may contact altec industries at 1-877-462-5832.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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