NHTSA recall 18V110000
Equipment
Altec Aerial Device
Reported Feb 14, 201818,000 vehicles affectedAltec Industries Inc.Maker’s number CSN 672Built Dec 1, 1997 – Dec 29, 2017
The defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1997-2017 LRV, and LR7 Aerial devices. The platform leveling yoke may fail, possibly causing an occupant to fall from the platform.
The risk
Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the platform to fall out, increasing their risk of injury.
The remedy
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the leveling system to verify the correct alignment, replacing any improperly aligned yokes, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 672.