NHTSA Recall 19V573000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V573000; Date: Aug. 5, 2019
an unstable aerial device can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Altec Aerial Device; 2017 Altec Aerial Device; 2018 Altec Aerial Device; 2019 Altec Aerial Device
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 32
Recall Summary:
altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2017-2019 ls60 aerial devices. the aerial devices may not meet all aerial level ground and slope stability requirements, allowing the units to become unstable and possibly overturn.
How to Fix:
altec will notify owners, instructing them to replace the unit load charts, adjust the hydraulic overload protection (hop) settings, verify the unit has the proper counterweight, and perform a stability test. the recall is expected to begin october 1, 2019. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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