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Altec AH85 Recall 12V411: Equipment

NHTSA campaign 12V411, reported August 21, 2012, 27 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V411ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
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.
Risk
If the boom separates from the turntable, there is an increased risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
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.
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.

Affected vehicles

Altec AH10020082009
Altec AH8520082009