Recall 12V041000: 2011 Altec AC18, 2011 Altec AC23, 2008–2011 Altec AC38
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 3, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 18
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ac38 and model year 2011 ac18 and ac23 utility vehicles, equipped with an anti-two block (atb) switch tree guard option. The atb tree guard switch bracket may have been installed incorrectly.
The risk
If the bracket was installed incorrectly, the components could be dislodged when the boom is raised towards the maximum elevation and could cause the atb switch, cover, and weight to fall, increasing the risk of injury to people or property below.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and instruct unit owners to inspect the installation of the tree guard switch bracket and correct any incorrect installations. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec's recall campaign number is csn 556.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Altec AC18
- 2011 Altec AC23
- 2008 Altec AC38
- 2009 Altec AC38
- 2010 Altec AC38
- 2011 Altec AC38
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V041000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 556
- Manufacturer
- ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
- Owner letters
- Feb 21, 2012
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology