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2009-2011 Altec Service Body recall: latch

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on August 3, 2011. It covers about 4,500 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,500
reported
Aug 3, 2011
owners notified
Sep 7, 2011

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

What is wrong
Altec is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 service utility body vehicles manufactured from may 2009 through may 2011. The compartment latch may fail in the secondary (safety catch) position.
Risk
The compartment door on the utility service body could come open during transit if the primary latching position is not engaged. A person or object could then fall from the vehicle during operation, causing injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Altec will direct the customers to inspect the compartment door latches and replace any that do not hold in the secondary latching position. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.

Recall number 11V397000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V397000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Altec Service Body latch?

Yes. Recall 11V397000, reported on August 3, 2011, covers about 4,500 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V397000?

Altec will direct the customers to inspect the compartment door latches and replace any that do not hold in the secondary latching position. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 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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