Altec Aerial Device: Equipment

Affects Altec Aerial Device · 1999–2014 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

In cooler temperatures, the improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer may result in inadvertent boom movement, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant or those nearby.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace and install a pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began in January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 609.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational