Vehicle recall 20V174000 · March 23, 2020

2019-2020 Altec Digger Derrick

Operators could inadvertently open the pole guide while performing other tasks, possibly resulting in a loss of control of the load.

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 2019-2020 DT65-E, D3000-E, and DH-E Digger Derricks Aerial devices. Operators could inadvertently open the pole guide while performing other tasks, possibly resulting in a loss of control of the load.
Consequence: If the pole guide is opened while performing other operations, the pole may become unbalanced and cause loss of control of the load, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Remedy: Altec will notify owners and will install a guard kit over the pole guide controls, free of charge. The recall began May 5, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 754.
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: 20V174000
Reported to NHTSA: March 23, 2020
Filed by: Altec Industries Inc.
Manufacturer campaign: CSN 754
Owner notification: May 5, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected: 60
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Equipment

Recall 20V174000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Altec Digger Derrick (2019-2020): 2020, 2019

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