Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V616000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V616000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2009-2012 novae sure-trac st81181tpl2-b-140 equipment trailers built august 31, 2009, to september 27, 2012, and manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing Includes 344 affected units, Trailer Tongue may Fail, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2009-2012 novae sure-trac st81181tpl2-b-140 equipment trailers built august 31, 2009, to september 27, 2012, and manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 novae sure-trac st81181tpl2-b-140 equipment trailers built august 31, 2009, to september 27, 2012, and manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing. the tongue of the affected trailers may crack and separate from the trailer frame.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any cracks found and add a reinforcing kit, free of charge. the recall begin on november 13, 2014. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for the recall is csn 605.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V616000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-10-03T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer tongue may fail
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 344

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 605
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 novae sure-trac st81181tpl2-b-140 equipment trailers built august 31, 2009, to september 27, 2012, and manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing. the tongue of the affected trailers may crack and separate from the trailer frame.
Consequence Summary: If the trailer tongue fails, a loss of control of the trailer or a separation of the trailer from the tow vehicle may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any cracks found and add a reinforcing kit, free of charge. the recall begin on november 13, 2014. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for the recall is csn 605.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 42.15

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