Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V301000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V301000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting 2014-2020 aerial devices and body only units equipped with class 3 towing hitches Includes 396 affected units, Tow Hitch May Have Incorrect Load Rating Markings, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2020 aerial devices and body only units equipped with class 3 towing hitches

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 aerial devices and body only units equipped with class 3 towing hitches. the tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. this recall began july 24, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 761.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V301000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-05-26T00:00:00
Subject: Tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 396

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 761
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 aerial devices and body only units equipped with class 3 towing hitches. the tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
Consequence Summary: If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. this recall began july 24, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 761.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 28.28

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NHTSA ID: 20V301000
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Created At: 1742808662
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