ALTEC 2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
Brand
ALTEC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK vehicles due to electrical system:starter assembly issues. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Digger Derrick DM, D2000, D3000, D4000 Series vehicles built on Freightliner M2106/V chassis. The starter cable may be improperly secured, allowing the cable to chafe which could result in an electrical short.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and better secure the starter cable as needed, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 683.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026