Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick
— Recall Campaign #18V379000
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 44 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V379000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 07, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V379000 |
| Units affected: | 44 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
- Consequeces:
- If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.
- 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.