NHTSA Recall 18V745000: Software (electrical system)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 175 vehicles. It affects 2014–2018 Altec Digger Derrick.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V745000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 700 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | October 22, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 DHH and DHB Digger Derrick vehicles. The Zone Rating System may not alert the operator that the load being handled exceeds the rated load for the unit's specific position.
Safety risk
Without an alert, there is a greater risk of unit instability or a loss of load control, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and dealers will update the Zone Rating System software, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 700.
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 18V745000
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.