2015-2017 Altec Aerial Device recall: electrical system

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on October 16, 2018. It covers about 24 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 24
reported: Oct 16, 2018
owners notified: Dec 10, 2018

Electrical system

What is wrong: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
Risk: If the converter fails, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.

Recall number 18V728000

Affected vehicles

Altec Aerial Device 2015-2017 2015 2016 2017

Questions about recall 18V728000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Altec Aerial Device electrical system?

Yes. Recall 18V728000, reported on October 16, 2018, covers about 24 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V728000?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.

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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