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Altec Aerial Device Recall 14V503: Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery

NHTSA campaign 14V503, reported August 15, 2014, 51 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 14V503Altec Industries Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
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.

Affected vehicles

Altec Aerial Device20002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013
Altec Digger Derrick20002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013