NHTSA recall 18V434000
Electrical system
Altec Aerial Device and 1 more
Reported Jun 27, 2018290 vehicles affectedAltec Industries Inc.Maker’s number CSN 688Built Dec 23, 2016 – Dec 27, 2017
The defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Service Body vehicles, built on Ram 5500 Diesel chassis. The positive stud on the lead acid battery disconnect bracket may contact the hood and cause an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead acid battery disconnect, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 688.
Electrical systemElectrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery