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2012 Altec Digger Derrick recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

11 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Altec Digger Derrick. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2012 Altec Digger Derrick recalls, newest first

August 29, 2025NHTSA 25V562000903 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members

Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2025 Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, and 2022-2025 Service Body vehicles. The cable step wire rope assembly may be improperly secured, which can allow the cable entry step to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence
A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the cable crimps. If the cables are improperly crimped, Altec will provide instructions and a kit to replace the wire rope assemblies. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3246.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 14, 2023NHTSA 23V63600053 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Mechanical › Winch

Summary
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.
Consequence
An uncontrolled load falling increases the risk of injury to personnel or others nearby.
Remedy
Altec will replace the load holding valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 6, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 3113.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 2019NHTSA 19V3650001,036 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
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.
Consequence
An operator may improperly set up the unit, making the unit unstable, thus increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and issue CSN 719 to owners, instructing them to remove the incorrect placards, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 719.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 27, 2019NHTSA 19V12700014,389 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
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.
Consequence
Unrepaired cracks may result in failure of the pedestal and uncontrolled movement increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and will provide repairs as necessary and a reinforcing kit. The recall began April 3, 2019. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 713.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 9, 2018NHTSA 18V791000331 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary
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.
Consequence
The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring to the PDM, with a larger wire and/or replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 703.
Components
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers; Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 23, 2015NHTSA 15V1010005,142 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system

Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Digger Derrick and Aerial Device vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to June 30, 2014, and mounted on Freightliner chassis. In the event of a short circuit condition, the 30 amp breaker to the trailer relay module may react too slowly to prevent the module from overheating.
Consequence
If the module overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 30 amp circuit breaker with a 20 amp one, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 612.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 15, 2014NHTSA 14V50300051 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery

Summary
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 18, 2013NHTSA 13V636000661 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 DT80, and model year 2011-2013 D2, D3 and D4 digger derrick models manufactured June 2009 through November 2013. The fasteners that hold the bracket for the feeder tube (the telescopic hydraulic tube that supplies pump flow to the auger) may become loose allowing the feeder tube to fall.
Consequence
A falling feeder tube increases the risk of injury to people nearby.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and Altec service centers will install an upgraded feeder tube bracket and mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2014. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 591.

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August 28, 2013NHTSA 13V3900001,743 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
Altec is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Digger Derrick models D2/3/4 and DC/DL/DM manufactured June 2012 through July 2013. The bolts that attach the winch motor to the winch may not be properly tightened and may become loose.
Consequence
If the bolts come loose, the winch motor may detach causing the load to fall, which may result in personal injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and Altec service personnel will check and correct the torque of the winch motor bolts. The recall is expected to begin September 12, 2013. Owner's may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is CSN 586.

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April 11, 2013NHTSA 13V1410001,057 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 DC, and DL/DM Digger Derrick utility trucks, equipped with boom tip winches using Tulsa Winch Group (formerly Gear Products) winch drums. In the affected vehicles, the winch drum could deform or fracture.
Consequence
If the winch fails while in use, it could cause personal injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and dealers will replace the winch drum, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2013. Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 574.

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August 30, 2012NHTSA 12V4230002,193 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

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. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.

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Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2012 Altec Digger Derrick were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2012 Altec Digger Derrick have any recalls?
11 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, equipment, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Altec Digger Derrick recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Altec dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Altec Digger Derrick?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.