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2017 Altec Aerial Device recall: equipment

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on October 4, 2018. It covers about 208 vehicles.

vehicles affected
208
reported
Oct 4, 2018
owners notified
Nov 14, 2018

Equipment

What is wrong
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec AT37, AT41 and AT48 aerial devices. The hydraulic line protective hose sock may have been incorrectly installed through the insulating section of the lower boom.
Risk
The incorrectly installed protective hose sock can cause the potential for electrical continuity through the lower boom, increasing the risk of an electrical shock.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic hose bundle on the articulating arm and remove any hose sock in the insulated section, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 693.

Recall number 18V693000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V693000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Altec Aerial Device equipment?

Yes. Recall 18V693000, reported on October 4, 2018, covers about 208 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V693000?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic hose bundle on the articulating arm and remove any hose sock in the insulated section, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 693.

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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