Recall 21V-126: 2017–2020 Altec DT65-E, 2017–2020 Altec DT65-H
Altec Industries, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 1, 2021, covering about 613 vehicles.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2020 DT65-H and DT65-E vehicles. The location of the capacity placard plate could cause a pinch point between the boom and the placard plate.
The risk
If the operator's hand is resting on the plate it could be pinched as the boom is raised, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and owners will receive instructions to relocate the placard plate from the left-hand control pod to the right-hand control pod, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 800.
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
| Manufacturer | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Boom/Crane/Ladder Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V126000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Altec DT65-E | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Altec DT65-H | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-126?
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2020 DT65-H and DT65-E vehicles. The location of the capacity placard plate could cause a pinch point between the boom and the placard plate.
How is recall 21V-126 fixed?
Altec will notify owners, and owners will receive instructions to relocate the placard plate from the left-hand control pod to the right-hand control pod, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 800.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.