2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Service Body | 2017 Altec Service Body — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Published June 29, 2018 · Recall initiated: June 27, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V434000, published June 29, 2018 and initiated June 27, 2018. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Service Body | 2017 Altec Service Body — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery.
What's the hazard
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Service Body vehicles, built on Ram 5500 Diesel chassis. The positive stud on the lead acid battery disconnect bracket may contact the hood and cause an electrical short.
What to do
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead acid battery disconnect, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 688.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Model
- AERIAL DEVICE
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 2016 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 2016 ALTEC SERVICE BODY | 2017 ALTEC SERVICE BODY
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Service Body | 2017 Altec Service Body — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V434000 on June 29, 2018. Reported hazard: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Service Body vehicles, built on Ram 5500 Diesel chassis. The positive stud on the lead acid battery disconnect bracket may contact the hood and cause an electrical short.
What should I do if I have this product?
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead acid battery disconnect, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 688.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ALTEC. Model: AERIAL DEVICE.