CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
- Problem
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Altec AM60E, AA55E, AH75/85/100, AH125, and AH150 Aerial Devices. The recovery winch valve may allow the winch to lift more than it is rated for.
- Risk
- If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can increase the risk of an injury or death.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners, and instruct owners to inspect the winch pressures and install an external pressure relief valve, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 734.
- 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
Certain 2012-2019 aerial devices may have a recovery winch valve that allows the winch to lift more than its rated capacity. If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, the risk of injury or death increases.
Altec will notify owners and instruct them to inspect the winch pressures and, if necessary, install an external pressure relief valve. The inspection and valve installation are free of charge. Owners can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference Altec's recall number, CSN 734. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Aerial Device | 20122013201420152016201720182019 |
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