Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerial Device vehicles built on a Navistar
— Recall Campaign #12V390000
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerial Device vehicles built on a Navistar Terrastar chassis because the Altec-installed torsion bar increases the ride height of the front suspension, which when the vehicle hits bumps, may cause the vehicle to alter its steering direction.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 141 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V390000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | August 08, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V390000 |
| Units affected: | 141 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerial Device vehicles built on a Navistar Terrastar chassis because the Altec-installed torsion bar increases the ride height of the front suspension, which when the vehicle hits bumps, may cause the vehicle to alter its steering direction.
- Consequeces:
- As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and will install an updated bracket and spring kit, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
- Notes:
- Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 560.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.