Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA
— Recall Campaign #20V765000
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA, AM, AN, A-Class, TA, DM, DL, DXXXX, DC, and DT digger derricks and aerial device vehicles equipped with a DC pump. A hydraulic check valve can have a snap ring failure resulting in the snap ring becoming lodged in a counterbalance or control valve allowing continued movement.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 4,987 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V765000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 10, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V765000 |
| Units affected: | 4,987 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA, AM, AN, A-Class, TA, DM, DL, DXXXX, DC, and DT digger derricks and aerial device vehicles equipped with a DC pump. A hydraulic check valve can have a snap ring failure resulting in the snap ring becoming lodged in a counterbalance or control valve allowing continued movement.
- Consequeces:
- Unintended boom movement may result in potential injury and or property damage.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve's snap ring, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 787.
- 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.