Altec Digger Derrick recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 23, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2012–2014 Altec Digger Derrick, Aerial Device

Recall number

15V101000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,142 units

Why it was recalled

If the module overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Digger Derrick and Aerial Device vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to June 30, 2014, and mounted on Freightliner chassis. In the event of a short circuit condition, the 30 amp breaker to the trailer relay module may react too slowly to prevent the module from overheating.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 30 amp circuit breaker with a 20 amp one, free of charge. The recall began on April 17, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 612.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.