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2012-2014 Altec Aerial Device and Altec Digger Derrick recall: electrical system

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on February 23, 2015. It covers about 5,142 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5,142
reported
Feb 23, 2015
owners notified
Apr 17, 2015

Electrical system

What is wrong
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Digger Derrick and Aerial Device vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to June 30, 2014, and mounted on Freightliner chassis. In the event of a short circuit condition, the 30 amp breaker to the trailer relay module may react too slowly to prevent the module from overheating.
Risk
If the module overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 30 amp circuit breaker with a 20 amp one, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑800‑860‑0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 612.

Recall number 15V101000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V101000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Altec Aerial Device and Altec Digger Derrick electrical system?

Yes. Recall 15V101000, reported on February 23, 2015, covers about 5,142 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V101000?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 30 amp circuit breaker with a 20 amp one, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑800‑860‑0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 612.

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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