2018 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Published August 27, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 22, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V553000, published August 27, 2018 and initiated August 22, 2018. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 2018 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers.
What's the hazard
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The fuse for the battery was not installed to the guidelines. The incorrectly placed fuse may increase the risk for an electrical short.
What to do
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse location, relocating it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 691.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Model
- AERIAL DEVICE
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 2017 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V553000 on August 27, 2018. Reported hazard: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The fuse for the battery was not installed to the guidelines. The incorrectly placed fuse may increase the risk for an electrical short.
What should I do if I have this product?
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse location, relocating it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 691.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ALTEC. Model: AERIAL DEVICE.