CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Altec AC26, AC28, AC30, and AC38 Crane Aerial Devices. The boom lift cylinder hose may have been connected to a port that does not have an internal velocity fuse. Failure of a boom lift cylinder hose that is not protected by a velocity fuse can result in uncontrolled boom movement.
- Risk
- Uncontrolled movement of the boom lift increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners and will inspect the hose to verify that it is connected properly, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 748.
- 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
A boom lift cylinder hose on certain crane aerial devices may be connected to a port that lacks an internal velocity fuse. If that hose fails, the boom can move uncontrollably.
Uncontrolled boom movement raises the risk of injury to operators and people working near the equipment. Owners should stop using the affected unit until it has been checked, and should contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 for guidance. Check your VIN for open recalls as well.
Altec will notify owners and will inspect the hose to verify it is connected properly, repairing it as necessary. The repair is free of charge.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Crane | 20152016201720182019 |
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