NHTSA recall 12V411000
Equipment
Altec AH100 and 1 more
Reported Aug 21, 201227 vehicles affectedALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.Maker’s number MAB 563
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Aerial Device vehicles due to improper welding processes used to manufacture the boom pivot pins. Failure of the pin could cause separation of the boom from the turntable.
The risk
If the boom separates from the turntable, there is an increased risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
The remedy
Altec will notify owners, and will replace the pivot pins, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.