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2009-2010 Altec AA50, Altec AA55 and others recall: equipment

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on June 6, 2011. It covers about 56 vehicles.

vehicles affected
56
reported
Jun 6, 2011
owners notified
Jun 22, 2011

Equipment

What is wrong
Altec is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 aerial devices and digger derricks utility vehicles manufactured from april 2009 through may 2010. The high strength fasteners that connect the boom turntable to the pedestal may fail due to stress corrosion cracking, which could cause the boom to fall.
Risk
A falling boom may cause injury to the user or people nearby and damage to personal property.
Remedy
Altec will replace the fasteners to correct this condition, free of charge. The safety recall began during june 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.

Recall number 11V318000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V318000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 Altec AA50, Altec AA55 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 11V318000, reported on June 6, 2011, covers about 56 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V318000?

Altec will replace the fasteners to correct this condition, free of charge. The safety recall began during june 2011. 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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