Recall 18V035000: 2017 Altec Aerial Device
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 11, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 29
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 AT Aerial Devices mounted on Ford F-550 chassis. A circuit breaker located under the hood may contact the hood, potentially resulting in an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will update the circuit breaker bracket and install a insulating chafe pad, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 675.
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
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V035000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MAB 675
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 12, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System)
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