Recall 20V301000: 2014–2020 Altec Aerial Device
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 26, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 396
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Aerial Devices and body only units equipped with Class 3 towing hitches. The tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
The risk
If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 761.
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
- 2014 Altec Aerial Device
- 2015 Altec Aerial Device
- 2016 Altec Aerial Device
- 2017 Altec Aerial Device
- 2018 Altec Aerial Device
- 2019 Altec Aerial Device
- 2020 Altec Aerial Device
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V301000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 761
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 24, 2020
- Components
- Equipment:other:labels (Other / Unknown); Trailer hitches (Body & Structure)
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