NHTSA Recall 18V346000: Starter assembly (electrical system)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 133 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Altec Digger Derrick.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V346000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 683 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 25, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 20, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Digger Derrick DM, D2000, D3000, D4000 Series vehicles built on Freightliner M2106/V chassis. The starter cable may be improperly secured, allowing the cable to chafe which could result in an electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and better secure the starter cable as needed, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 683.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V346000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.