Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT
— Recall Campaign #23V525000
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT, TA, L44, L45, LR8, AA, AM, AN) and D series Digger Derricks (DH, DL, DM, DT). The power inverter that converts electrical DC power to AC power may have been installed without a circuit breaker to protect the AC output circuit.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 535 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V525000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 27, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V525000 |
| Units affected: | 535 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT, TA, L44, L45, LR8, AA, AM, AN) and D series Digger Derricks (DH, DL, DM, DT). The power inverter that converts electrical DC power to AC power may have been installed without a circuit breaker to protect the AC output circuit.
- Consequeces:
- Without a circuit breaker, the AC circuit may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will install a 20-amp circuit breaker in the AC circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3103.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.