2015 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system
Published October 22, 2018 · Recall initiated: October 16, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V728000, published October 22, 2018 and initiated October 16, 2018. Recalling firm: Altec Industries, Inc.; 2015 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system.
What's the hazard
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
What to do
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Model
- AERIAL DEVICE
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Lot
- 2015 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 2017 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE | 2016 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Altec Aerial Device | 2017 Altec Aerial Device | 2016 Altec Aerial Device — Electrical system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V728000 on October 22, 2018. Reported hazard: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ALTEC. Model: AERIAL DEVICE.