Vehicle recall 22V349000 · May 18, 2022

2016-2022 Altec Digger Derrick

The relay connectors may have been reattached to the incorrect plug after a stability test was performed.

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 2016-2022 E-series & DH-H series Digger Derricks. The relay connectors may have been reattached to the incorrect plug after a stability test was performed. If the connections are not correct, the hydraulic overload protection system will not function.
Consequence: A nonfunctional overload protection system may result in the operator unknowingly overloading the system, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Altec will inspect and reattach the connectors, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 858.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 22V349000
Reported to NHTSA: May 18, 2022
Filed by: Altec Industries, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign: CSN 858
Owner notification: June 29, 2022
Vehicles potentially affected: 477
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/crane/ladder › Controls/control wiring

Recall 22V349000 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 (2016-2022): 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016

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