CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2023 AT Series aerial devices. The cables in the engine compartment may contact the vehicle's hood, damaging the cables and causing a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Altec will inspect and relocate the cables and fuse blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3142.
- 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
Cables in the engine compartment of certain aerial devices may rub against the vehicle's hood. Over time this can damage the cables and cause an electrical short circuit.
A short circuit increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Owners should watch for signs of electrical trouble and stop using the aerial device if problems appear.
The repair is free. Altec Industries will inspect the cables and fuse blocks and relocate them at no charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024. You can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 (recall number CSN-3142), and you can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Aerial Device | 20042005200620072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023 |
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