Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick
— Recall Campaign #16V536000
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. The affected vehicles have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected movement of the winch or the capstan.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 252 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V536000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 14, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V536000 |
| Units affected: | 252 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. The affected vehicles have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected movement of the winch or the capstan.
- Consequeces:
- Unexpected winch movement may increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 635.
- 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.