Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V503000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V503000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2000-2013 aerial device and digger derrick trucks, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 51 affected units, Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2000-2013 aerial device and digger derrick trucks, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound

Defect Summary

Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 aerial device and digger derrick trucks, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. the specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in september 2014. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 603.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V503000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-08-15T00:00:00
Subject: Battery equalizers-possible fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 51

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 603
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 aerial device and digger derrick trucks, equipped with sure power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. the specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence Summary: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in september 2014. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 603.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 29.41

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NHTSA ID: 14V503000
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