Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V710000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V710000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2014-2015 a65, a70, a75, a72-t, a77-t, and a82-t aerial devices manufactured april 15, 2014, to october 15, 2015 Includes 219 affected units, Improperly Sized Fiberglass Boom Tip Cover, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 a65, a70, a75, a72-t, a77-t, and a82-t aerial devices manufactured april 15, 2014, to october 15, 2015

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc (altec) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 a65, a70, a75, a72-t, a77-t, and a82-t aerial devices manufactured april 15, 2014, to october 15, 2015. the affected aerial devices have a fiberglass cover over the boom tip that may have an improperly sized opening.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any boom tip cover that has an improperly sized opening, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2016. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V710000

Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-10-05T00:00:00

Subject: Improperly sized fiberglass boom tip cover

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 219

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Altec industries inc (altec) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 a65, a70, a75, a72-t, a77-t, and a82-t aerial devices manufactured april 15, 2014, to october 15, 2015. the affected aerial devices have a fiberglass cover over the boom tip that may have an improperly sized opening.

Consequence Summary: The improperly sized opening may allow the exposed metal tip of the boom to contact an electrically energized conductor, such as an overhead wire, increasing the risk of a injury to the boom operator.

Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any boom tip cover that has an improperly sized opening, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2016. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 58.9

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NHTSA ID: 16V710000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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