2020 Altec D2000 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 Altec D2000 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other D2000 years?

D2000 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2020 Altec D2000 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V512000OtherJuly 7, 2021 · 43 units

Defect

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2021 D2000, 3000, and 4000 Derrick diggers. A retaining ring in the gearbox assembly was improperly seated during production, allowing the boom to unintentionally rotate freely.

Consequence

Unintended boom movement increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will repair the gearbox assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 827.

2020 Altec D2000 — common questions

Is the 2020 Altec D2000 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Altec D2000 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Altec D2000. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2020 compare to other D2000 years?

Does the 2020 Altec D2000 have recalls?

2020 Altec D2000 — common questions

Is the 2020 Altec D2000 reliable?

Does the 2020 Altec D2000 have recalls?

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