NHTSA Recall 23V340000: Boom/crane/ladder (equipment)
Altec Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Altec Digger Derrick.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V340000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 3078 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › BOOM/CRANE/LADDER |
| Report received | May 11, 2023 |
| Owner notification | July 7, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 DT85 Digger Derricks. The Boom pressure limiter may allow the boom to lift loads above the rated capacity and over the Hydraulic Overload Protection (HOP) setting.
Safety risk
Lifting loads above the boom capacity could overload the unit and cause instability, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will provide instructions to owners to test the boom lift pressure limiter setting and set it to the correct pressure, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3078.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V340000
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.