ALTEC 2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
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 equipment:mechanical issues. An auger extension bar that detaches while the digger drive unit is deployed, can increase the risk of injury to nearby personnel..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2022 DC, DB, DL, DM, DH, DT, and D2/3/4000 Digger Derricks. The hardware that secures the removable auger hex extension bar to the drive unit coupler was not installed, which may cause it to detach.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An auger extension bar that detaches while the digger drive unit is deployed, can increase the risk of injury to nearby personnel.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Altec will provide instructions for owners to inspect the auger extension assembly for missing hardware. If hardware is found to be missing, a replacement kit will be provided by Altec, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3076.
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