Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V308000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V308000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2009-2012 ah75, ah85, and ah100 aerial devices manufactured october 2009 through december 2012 Includes 120 affected units, Fiberglass Boom may Conduct Electricity, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2009-2012 ah75, ah85, and ah100 aerial devices manufactured october 2009 through december 2012

Defect Summary

Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 ah75, ah85, and ah100 aerial devices manufactured october 2009 through december 2012. the affected devices may allow electricity to be conducted through the boom due to water entering into the fiberglass layers. additionally, the joint connecting the fiberglass insert and the steel boom components may fail.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will do supplemental dielectric testing and replace the lower boom, free of charge. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 598.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V308000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-06-04T00:00:00
Subject: Fiberglass boom may conduct electricity
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 120

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 598
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 ah75, ah85, and ah100 aerial devices manufactured october 2009 through december 2012. the affected devices may allow electricity to be conducted through the boom due to water entering into the fiberglass layers. additionally, the joint connecting the fiberglass insert and the steel boom components may fail.
Consequence Summary: A fiberglass lower boom insert that can conduct electricity increases the risk of electrocution to the operator should the boom contact a power line. if the joint between the fiberglass insert and the steel boom component fails, the boom may fall, putting the operator at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will do supplemental dielectric testing and replace the lower boom, free of charge. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 598.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 96.67

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NHTSA ID: 14V308000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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