2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK has 0 complaints and 16 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners frequently report issues related to mechanical and structural components, as well as electrical system defects, which have led to multiple recalls addressing similar concerns across various model years.
There are 16 recalls affecting various systems including structural body components, mechanical equipment, electrical wiring, and safety controls. These recalls address defects that potentially increase the risk of injury or equipment failure and involve inspections, repairs, or replacements typically provided free of charge.
- Rear pole rack weld defect. NHTSA recall 23V216000 affects 1,967 units due to missing welds at the base of the rear pole rack, which can cause the pole and rack to drop, increasing injury risk. Repairs involve inspection and necessary weld replacements.
- Incorrect hydraulic valving. Recall 23V636000 covers 53 vehicles with faulty hydraulic load holding valves that may allow the winch to lower uncontrollably, risking load drops and injury. The fix replaces the valve at no cost.
- Missing hardware on auger extension. Recall 23V326000 involves 353 digger derricks missing hardware securing the auger hex extension bar, risking detachment and injury. Inspections and replacement kits are provided.
- Incorrect relay connector reattachment. Recall 22V349000 affects 477 units where relay connectors may be incorrectly connected, disabling hydraulic overload protection and raising injury risk. Inspections and corrective reconnections are performed.
- False slope indicator warning. Recall 19V365000 covers 1,036 vehicles with placards inaccurately indicating use on unsafely sloped ground, increasing risk of instability. Owners receive instructions to remove incorrect placards.
- Joystick proximity hazard. Recall 21V559000 applies to 878 units where the pole guide joystick is too close to other controls, risking unintended activation and load movement. A guard kit is offered for installation.
- Zone Rating System software flaw. Recall 18V745000 includes 175 vehicles where the overload alert system may not warn operators of excessive loads, increasing instability risk. Software updates are provided free.
- Accessory brake lights malfunction. Recall 18V873000 involves 156 vehicles equipped with Whelen lights that may illuminate without braking, confusing drivers and increasing accident risk. Brake lights are replaced.
- Fiberglass platform step defect. Recall 18V706000 affects 1,592 units with steps prone to breaking off, raising injury risk. Dealers inspect and replace platforms or add reinforcing kits as needed.
- Undersized wiring hazard. Recall 18V791000 covers 331 vehicles with insufficient wiring size from battery to Power Distribution Module, which may overheat and cause fire. Wiring and circuit breakers are replaced.
- Pedestal tube weld cracks. Recall 19V127000 includes 14,389 digger derricks where weld cracks may cause pedestal failure and uncontrolled movements, increasing injury risk. Repairs and reinforcement kits are provided.
- Outrigger valve misplumbing. Recall 19V710000 involves 275 units with valves plumbed incorrectly, allowing outriggers to retract without operator command, risking collapse and injury. Valve plumbing is inspected and corrected.
- Starter cable chafing risk. Recall 18V346000 affects 133 vehicles with improperly secured starter cables that may short circuit and cause fire. Dealers inspect and secure cables as needed.
- High voltage grounding failure. Recall 18V379000 applies to 44 units with cable connectors that may cause grounding failure, increasing injury risk. Inspecting and replacing connectors is part of the fix.
Owners facing repeated repairs, safety hazards, or unresolved recall issues with the 2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK should be aware they might have rights under their state’s lemon law. Seeking legal guidance could assist those impacted by persistent defects or unsafe conditions.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
14
Total Recalls
21859
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
53 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2023 DL42 and DL45 Digger Derricks. The incorrect hydraulic load holding valve may have been installed, which can cause the winch to lower uncontrollably and the load to fall.
Risk: An uncontrolled load falling increases the risk of injury to personnel or others nearby.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
1967 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2022 DM, DH, DC, DL, D2000, D3000, and D4000 series digger derricks, and AM55 aerial devices. The base of the rear pole rack may be missing a weld.
Risk: A missing weld on the rear pole rack can lead to a crack that could cause the pole and rack to drop in height, increasing the risk of an injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
353 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
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.
Risk: An auger extension bar that detaches while the digger drive unit is deployed, can increase the risk of injury to nearby personnel.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
477 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:CONTROLS/CONTROL WIRING
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2022 E-series & DH-H series Digger Derricks. The relay connectors may have been reattached to the incorrect plug after a stability test was performed. If the connections are not correct, the hydraulic overload protection system will not function.
Risk: A nonfunctional overload protection system may result in the operator unknowingly overloading the system, increasing the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
878 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 DH, D3000, DT65, and DT85 Digger Derricks. The operator may inadvertently move the pole guide joystick with their forearm due to the close proximity between the controls.
Risk: An unintentionally engaged joystick could result in uncontrolled movement of an unbalanced load, increasing the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
1036 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2009-2019 DL/DM, DL/DMB, DH, D/2/3/4, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The slope indicator placard card may falsely indicate that the unit could be used without leveling on a 5 degree slope.
Risk: An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
275 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Altec D2/3/4B, DLB, DMB, DHB, DT65 and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The outrigger valves may be plumbed incorrectly. As a result, the outriggers could continue retracting after an operator has stopped controlling them.
Risk: If the outriggers continue to retract without command, the unit may become unstable and collapse, increasing the risk of injury or death to those nearby.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
14389 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec DL/DM, DL/DMB, and DC Digger Derrick vehicles. The pedestal tube welds may crack over time.
Risk: Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
331 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Altec AC18, AC23, AC26, AC30 and AC38 Cranes and D2B, D3A, D4A/B, DL42B, DT65 and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The wiring on the 12V circuit from the chassis battery to the Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be insufficiently sized.
Risk: The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
1592 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, L42A and AT37-G TDA58 aerial devices and DB37, DL/DMB D2/3/4B, and DMB digger derricks, equipped with fiberglass platforms. The step on the outside of the fiberglass platform can break off during normal use.
Risk: If the step separates from the platform, it can increase the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
156 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Altec Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Digger Derrick, Aerial Devices, and Service Body vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
175 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 DHH and DHB Digger Derrick vehicles. The Zone Rating System may not alert the operator that the load being handled exceeds the rated load for the unit's specific position.
Risk: Without an alert, there is a greater risk of unit instability or a loss of load control, increasing the risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
44 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
Risk: If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
133 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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.
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.