Recall 11V297000: Altec industries inc.

Report received

May 24, 2011

Manufacturer

Altec industries inc.

Potentially affected

227vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

If the rod eye casting fails, the boom may suddenly fall causing death or serious injury.

Remedy

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.