Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Altec Ah150, Ah125, Hl125

Recall date

February 17, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

17V109000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10 units

Why it was recalled

If the fasteners that attach the aerial device to the truck fail, the boom may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of personal injury or death to the aerial device user or those nearby.

What was recalled

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2016 AH125, AH150, and HL125 aerial device vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the rotation bearing fasteners may fail.

What to do

Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the fasteners, free if charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 651.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.