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1994-1997 Altec AA500, Altec Am and others recall: equipment

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on December 6, 2010. It covers about 161 vehicles.

vehicles affected
161
reported
Dec 6, 2010
owners notified
Dec 15, 2010

Equipment

What is wrong
Altec is recalling certain model year 1994-1997 service vehicles built from september 1994 through march 1997, and equipped with aerial devices with boom lift cylinder part number 350-40094. The hydraulic cylinder as manufactured could fail when subject to frequent tensile loading.
Risk
Failure of the lower boom lift cylinder can cause death or serious injury.
Remedy
Altec will replace the hydraulic cylinders free of charge. The safety recall began on december 15, 2010. Owners may contact altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.

Recall number 10V610000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V610000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1997 Altec AA500, Altec Am and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 10V610000, reported on December 6, 2010, covers about 161 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V610000?

Altec will replace the hydraulic cylinders free of charge. The safety recall began on december 15, 2010. Owners may contact altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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