Altec Industries, Inc. — Fiberglass Upper Boom Failure

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What’s wrong

If the upper boom were to fail during operation, it would increase the risk of serious injury or death.

The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.

What to do

Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fiberglass upper boom, free charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 654.

Who to contact: Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fiberglass upper boom, free charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 654.

The product

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 AM547, AM650, 855, 862 Aerial Devices and AM650 and 855 Elevators. The fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may fail without warning.

Details

Units affected: 199
Recall date: April 7, 2017
Brand: Altec Industries, Inc.

Model, lot or SKU numbers

The official notice

This recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.

Their exact wording: “Altec Industries, Inc. — Fiberglass Upper Boom Failure”

Read it on NHTSA →

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