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2008-2011 Altec AC18, Altec AC23 and others recall: mechanical

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on February 3, 2012. It covers about 18 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18
reported
Feb 3, 2012
owners notified
Feb 21, 2012

Equipment: mechanical

What is wrong
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ac38 and model year 2011 ac18 and ac23 utility vehicles, equipped with an anti-two block (atb) switch tree guard option. The atb tree guard switch bracket may have been installed incorrectly.
Risk
If the bracket was installed incorrectly, the components could be dislodged when the boom is raised towards the maximum elevation and could cause the atb switch, cover, and weight to fall, increasing the risk of injury to people or property below.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and instruct unit owners to inspect the installation of the tree guard switch bracket and correct any incorrect installations. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. Owners may contact altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.

Recall number 12V041000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V041000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2011 Altec AC18, Altec AC23 and others mechanical?

Yes. Recall 12V041000, reported on February 3, 2012, covers about 18 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V041000?

Altec will notify owners, and instruct unit owners to inspect the installation of the tree guard switch bracket and correct any incorrect installations. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. 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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