Altec Aerial Device recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 21, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2003–2019 Altec Aerial Device

Recall number

19V483000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 957 units

Why it was recalled

Loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec TA45, TA50, TA55, TA60, L37, L39, LRV, LR7, A-T40C, T40P and AP45 vehicles equipped with air-cushioned pintle hitch and/or accessory air components. The accessories utilizing chassis air supply may be missing pressure protection valves. The accessory lines may not prevent service brake line pressure loss due to failure or leakage in the accessory air system. Additionally, the air cushioned pintle hook may have been connected to the incorrect air lines. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pressure protection installation and repair any unit that does not pass inspection, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 724.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.