Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles
— Recall Campaign #20V501000
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 30 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V501000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 25, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V501000 |
| Units affected: | 30 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control.
- Consequeces:
- Loss of load control may increase the risk of death or injury.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a counterbalance valve with a lower pressure ratio to increase the opening threshold, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 773.
- 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.