NHTSA recall 10V481000
Equipment
Altec Altec
Reported Oct 5, 2010592 vehicles affectedALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.Maker’s number CSN 541Built Apr 1, 2009 – May 30, 2010
The defect
Altec IS recalling certain model year 2009-2010 altec digger derricks built from april 2009 through may 2010. the turntable devices on these vehicles have used high strength fasteners that may fail due to stress corrosion and cracking.
The risk
Failure of a fastener could cause the pedestal to separate from the turntable and may cause an occupant to fall from the vehicle and suffer injury.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fasteners free of charge. the safety recall began on october 15, 2010. owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.