Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V420000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V420000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting 1995-1998 altec a0442 aerial devices Includes 141 affected units, Uncontrolled Boom Movement, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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1995-1998 altec a0442 aerial devices

Defect Summary

Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain 1995-1998 altec a0442 aerial devices. the boom lift hydraulic cylinder end gland may fail causing uncontrolled boom movement.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and instruct them to inspect the boom lift cylinders for an externally threaded head gland design. The customer will be instructed whether the unit can be used with restricted lower and/or upper boom articulation until the cylinder(s) are repaired or replaced, free of charge. the recall began september 14, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is mab 770.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V420000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-07-20T00:00:00
Subject: Uncontrolled boom movement
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 141

Details

MFR Campaign Number: MAB 770
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain 1995-1998 altec a0442 aerial devices. the boom lift hydraulic cylinder end gland may fail causing uncontrolled boom movement.
Consequence Summary: Uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and instruct them to inspect the boom lift cylinders for an externally threaded head gland design. The customer will be instructed whether the unit can be used with restricted lower and/or upper boom articulation until the cylinder(s) are repaired or replaced, free of charge. the recall began september 14, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is mab 770.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 8.51

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