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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V835000

1997 Altec Aerial Device | 1996 Altec Aerial Device — Equipment

Published November 17, 2016 · Recall initiated: November 17, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V835000, published November 17, 2016. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 1997 Altec Aerial Device | 1996 Altec Aerial Device — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks manufactured May 1, 1995, to August 15, 1999 and equipped with Rosenboom Machine and Tool lower boom lift cylinders. The cylinder end gland could fail which could cause uncontrolled boom movement.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom, and repair or replace the cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

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Recall details

Brand
ALTEC
Model
AERIAL DEVICE
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Lot
1997 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 1996 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 1997 Altec Aerial Device | 1996 Altec Aerial Device — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V835000 on November 17, 2016. Reported hazard: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks manufactured May 1, 1995, to August 15, 1999 and equipped with Rosenboom Machine and Tool lower boom lift cylinders. The cylinder end gland could fail which could cause uncontrolled boom movement.

What should I do if I have this product?

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom, and repair or replace the cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ALTEC. Model: AERIAL DEVICE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)