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Altec AT235 Recall 12V390: Suspension:Front:Springs:Torsion Bar

NHTSA campaign 12V390, reported August 8, 2012, 141 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V390ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR
Problem
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.
Risk
As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.

Affected vehicles

Altec AT200A2012
Altec AT2352012
Altec AT235P2012
Altec AT30-G2012
Altec AT37-G2012
Altec AT40M/P2012