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NHTSARecalled Jul 29, 2014 · #14V461000

Winch Drum may Fracture

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Altec Industries, Inc (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 D2000 and D3000 boom tip winch digger derricks, equipped with winch units manufactured by Tulsa Winch Group (formerly Gear Products). The winch drum on the affected vehicles may deform or fracture. A fracture of the winch drum increases the risk of personal injury.

Product details

Product
Winch Drum may Fracture
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Model numbers
D2000, D3000
UPCs

What you should do

Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the winch drum if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 602.

View the official CPSC notice