Recall 17V560000: 2011–2017 Altec Aerial Device
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 11, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 143
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The jib mast on these vehicles may bend under load.
The risk
The jib mast may bend and fail, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and test the jib mast, replacing any that fail, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 664.
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
- 2011 Altec Aerial Device
- 2012 Altec Aerial Device
- 2013 Altec Aerial Device
- 2014 Altec Aerial Device
- 2015 Altec Aerial Device
- 2016 Altec Aerial Device
- 2017 Altec Aerial Device
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V560000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 664
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 13, 2017
- 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