Vehicle Make / Model: ALTEC / DIGGER DERRICK |
Model Year(s): 2011-2012 |
Manufacturer: ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
Mfr’s Report Date: AUG 28, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V423000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,193
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:
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.
Remedy:
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the PENGO digger extension shaft and, as necessary, replace the shaft, free of charge. Altec has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
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