Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V708000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V708000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting 2006-2020 ah150 and ah125s articulating non-overcenter aerial devices Includes 13 affected units, Incorrect Counterbalance Valve Installed, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2006-2020 ah150 and ah125s articulating non-overcenter aerial devices

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2006-2020 ah150 and ah125s articulating non-overcenter aerial devices. the incorrect counterbalance valve may have been installed in the main lift cylinder. as a result, at certain boom positions the counterbalance valve will open due to the pressure in the cylinder exceeding the setting.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct counterbalance valve if necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 11, 2021. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 784.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V708000
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-11-17T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect counterbalance valve installed
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 13

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 784
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2006-2020 ah150 and ah125s articulating non-overcenter aerial devices. the incorrect counterbalance valve may have been installed in the main lift cylinder. as a result, at certain boom positions the counterbalance valve will open due to the pressure in the cylinder exceeding the setting.
Consequence Summary: If one of the hoses between the cylinder and the external counterbalance valve manifold were to fail to hold pressure, the boom could unexpectedly lower, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct counterbalance valve if necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 11, 2021. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 784.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 76.92

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NHTSA ID: 20V708000
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