Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped
— Recall Campaign #18V728000
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 24 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V728000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 16, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V728000 |
| Units affected: | 24 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
- Consequeces:
- If the converter fails, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.
- 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.