Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2023 CB5-132D-S vehicles equipped with a Bobcat
— Recall Campaign #23V824000
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CB5-132D-S vehicles equipped with a Bobcat 260 welder installed on a track system. The welder may be misaligned, preventing the mounting fasteners from being properly tightened.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 43 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V824000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 07, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V824000 |
| Units affected: | 43 |
- Description:
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CB5-132D-S vehicles equipped with a Bobcat 260 welder installed on a track system. The welder may be misaligned, preventing the mounting fasteners from being properly tightened.
- Consequeces:
- Loose fasteners can allow the welder to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Altec will align the welder and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 01, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3133.
- 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.