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2016-2017 Altec Aerial Device and Altec Digger Derrick recall: electrical system

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on June 7, 2018. It covers about 44 vehicles.

vehicles affected
44
reported
Jun 7, 2018
owners notified
Aug 6, 2018

Electrical system

What is wrong
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
Risk
If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.

Recall number 18V379000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V379000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Device and Altec Digger Derrick electrical system?

Yes. Recall 18V379000, reported on June 7, 2018, covers about 44 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V379000?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.

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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