Recall 18V110000: 2005–2017 Altec Aerial Device
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 14, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 18,000
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1997-2017 LRV, and LR7 Aerial devices. The platform leveling yoke may fail, possibly causing an occupant to fall from the platform.
The risk
Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the platform to fall out, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the leveling system to verify the correct alignment, replacing any improperly aligned yokes, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 672.
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
- 2005 Altec Aerial Device
- 2006 Altec Aerial Device
- 2007 Altec Aerial Device
- 2008 Altec Aerial Device
- 2009 Altec Aerial Device
- 2010 Altec Aerial Device
- 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
- 18V110000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 672
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 11, 2018
- 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