Recall 14V616000: 2009–2012 Altec Novae ST81181TPL2-B-140
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 3, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 344
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Novae Sure-Trac ST81181TPL2-B-140 equipment trailers built August 31, 2009, to September 27, 2012, and manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing. The tongue of the affected trailers may crack and separate from the trailer frame.
The risk
If the trailer tongue fails, a loss of control of the trailer or a separation of the trailer from the tow vehicle may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any cracks found and add a reinforcing kit, free of charge. The recall begin on November 13, 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for the recall is CSN 605.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Altec Novae ST81181TPL2-B-140
- 2010 Altec Novae ST81181TPL2-B-140
- 2011 Altec Novae ST81181TPL2-B-140
- 2012 Altec Novae ST81181TPL2-B-140
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V616000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 605
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Nov 13, 2014
- Components
- Equipment (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