NHTSA Recall 20V420000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V420000; Date: Jul. 20, 2020
uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Altec Aerial Device; 1996 Altec Aerial Device; 1997 Altec Aerial Device; 1998 Altec Aerial Device
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 141
Recall Summary:
altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain 1995-1998 altec a0442 aerial devices. the boom lift hydraulic cylinder end gland may fail causing uncontrolled boom movement.
How to Fix:
altec will notify owners, and instruct them to inspect the boom lift cylinders for an externally threaded head gland design. the customer will be instructed whether the unit can be used with restricted lower and/or upper boom articulation until the cylinder(s) are repaired or replaced, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin august 12, 2020. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is mab 770.
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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