CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2019 LR7, TA50, TA55, TA60 and TDA58 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turntable may fail.
- Risk
- If the fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from turntable, increasing the risk of injury or death.
- Remedy
- Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The high strength fasteners that secure the pedestal to the turntable on certain aerial devices may fail. If the fasteners break, the pedestal can separate from the turntable, which raises the risk of injury or death.
The remedy is free. Dealers will inspect the fasteners and replace them as necessary at no charge to the owner. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners with questions can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832, and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Aerial Device | 20182019 |
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