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Altec TA Class Recall 24V644: Loose fuel or brake lines can leak and cause fire or brake failure

NHTSA campaign 24V644, reported August 29, 2024, 623 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2024 Altec aerial devices and spray bodies may have fuel or brake lines that are not properly secured. Over time, these lines can become damaged and leak. A brake fluid leak can lead to brake failure and raise the risk of a crash. A fuel leak near an ignition source can cause a fire.

Altec will send owners instructions for inspecting the brake and fuel lines. If the lines are not properly secured, Altec will provide a kit to secure them. If any lines are already damaged, an authorized dealer will repair the fuel and brake lines. All repairs are free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 23, 2025.

If you own one of these vehicles, contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference recall CSN-3181. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V644Altec Industries, Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2024 AT and TA series aerial devices, and ST series spray bodies. The fuel or brake lines may not be properly secured, which can cause the lines to become damaged and leak.
Risk
A brake fluid leak can cause brake failure, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the brake and fuel lines. If improperly secured, Altec will provide a kit to secure the lines. If the lines are damaged, dealers will repair the fuel and brake lines. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 23, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3181.
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.

Affected vehicles

Altec AT Series2024
Altec Spray Truck2024
Altec TA Class2024