Defect Description For Recall
Altec Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2009 Dm 45, Dm 47 And Dm 50 Digger Derrick Utility Vehicles Manufactured From January 2010 Through September 2010. These Units May Have Cracks In The Boom Lift Cylinder Rod Eye Casting That Can Cause The Casting To Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
ALTEC
Model Of Vehicle
DM47
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
11V297000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Rod Eye Casting Fails, The Boom May Suddenly Fall Causing Death Or Serious Injury.
Fix Defect
Altec Will Inspect The Lift Cylinder Rod Eye Casting For Cracks. Any Cylinders Found With Cracks Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During June 2011. Owners May Contact Altec At 1-877-462-5832.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20100101
End Of Manufacture
20100930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
227
Date Owners Notified
20110531
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110524
Make Campaign Number
CSN 545