NHTSA Recall 12V390000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V390000; Date: Aug. 8, 2012
As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Altec At200a; 2012 Altec AT235; 2012 Altec At235p; 2012 Altec At30-g; 2012 Altec At37-g; 2012 Altec At40m/p
Component: Suspension:front:springs:torsion Bar
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 141
Recall Summary:
Altec industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012 aerial device vehicles built on a navistar terrastar chassis because the altec-installed torsion bar increases the ride height of the front suspension, which when the vehicle hits bumps, may cause the vehicle to alter its steering direction.
How to Fix:
Altec will notify owners, and will install an updated bracket and spring kit, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2012. Owners may contact altec industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Recall Notes:
Altec's recall campaign number is csn 560. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 27, 2012
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