CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
- Problem
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1999-2022 L Series and LR Series aerial devices. A hydraulic hose may have been installed between the cylinder port and load-holding valve instead of metallic tubing, which can result in a damaged hydraulic hose and failure of the load-holding feature.
- Risk
- Failure of the load-holding feature can result in unintended movement of the platform or load, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Altec will inspect the units for a hydraulic hose and replace it with specified metallic tubing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Altec customer service 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3090.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some L Series and LR Series aerial devices may have a hydraulic hose installed between the cylinder port and the load-holding valve where metallic tubing should be used. Over time this hose can be damaged, which can cause the load-holding feature to fail.
If the load-holding function fails, the platform or load can move unintentionally, which increases the risk of injury to workers and others near the equipment. Owners should be aware of this risk when operating affected aerial devices.
The remedy is free. Altec will inspect the units and replace the hydraulic hose with the specified metallic tubing where necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023, and you can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 referencing CSN 3090. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
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