Altec · Canada · Crit
Altec AO442, L45 +8 more: Other
Affects Altec AO442, L45, DM Series, Ta Series, LRV Series, L Series, An Series, Aa Series, DL, Am Series · 2009–2010 — about 27 vehicles.
The hazard
Certain aerial devices and digger derricks, installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.) were manufactured using high strength fasteners that may fail due to stress corrosion cracking. Failure of the fasteners could result in uncontrolled movement or separation of the pedestal from the turntable, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the affected fasteners.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational