NHTSA Recall 12V411000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V411000; Date: Aug. 21, 2012
If the boom separates from the turntable, there is an increased risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Altec AH100; 2009 Altec AH100; 2008 Altec AH85; 2009 Altec AH85
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 27
Recall Summary:
Altec industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 aerial device vehicles due to improper welding processes used to manufacture the boom pivot pins. Failure of the pin could cause separation of the boom from the turntable.
How to Fix:
Altec will notify owners, and will replace the pivot pins, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 12, 2012. Owners may contact altec industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Recall Notes:
Altec's recall campaign number is mab 563. 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: Sep 12, 2012
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