Vehicle recall 18V757000 · October 26, 2018
Altec Aerial Device and Digger Derrick
The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turn table may fail.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018 Altec DM45, DM47B, DC45 and DC47 Digger Derricks and TA50 and TA60 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turn table may fail.
- Consequence
- If the fasteners fail, the pedestal may separate from the turn table, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 701.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V757000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 26, 2018
- Filed by
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- MAB 701
- Owner notification
- October 26, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 46
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Altec Aerial Device (2018): 2018
- Altec Digger Derrick (2018): 2018
Has your Altec been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Altec dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.