2005-2013 Altec AH100, Altec AH75 and others recall: electrical system
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on August 21, 2013. It covers about 263 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 263
- reported
- Aug 21, 2013
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Altec is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 AH75/85/100 aerial devices manufactured April 2005 through April 2013; and equipped with current leakage monitoring systems. The cable for the current leakage monitoring system may be too long and may breach the gap provided by the lower boom fiberglass insert chassis insulating system.
- Risk
- If the gap is breached, then the boom may conduct electrical current, increasing the risk of electrical shock to the operator.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect and properly secure the leakage monitor cable. The recall is expected to begin during September 2013. Altec's recall number is CSN 585. Owners may contact Altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832.
Recall number 13V378000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 13V378000
Is there a recall on the 2005-2013 Altec AH100, Altec AH75 and others electrical system?
Yes. Recall 13V378000, reported on August 21, 2013, covers about 263 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V378000?
Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect and properly secure the leakage monitor cable. The recall is expected to begin during September 2013. Altec's recall number is CSN 585. 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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