NHTSA Recall 20V301000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V301000; Date: May. 26, 2020
if the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Altec Aerial Device; 2015 Altec Aerial Device; 2016 Altec Aerial Device; 2017 Altec Aerial Device; 2018 Altec Aerial Device; 2019 Altec Aerial Device; 2020 Altec Aerial Device
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 500
Recall Summary:
altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 aerial devices and body only units equipped with class 3 towing hitches. the tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
How to Fix:
altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. this recall is expected to begin july 21, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 761.
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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