Altec · United States · Low
Altec Aerial Device: Equipment — labels
Affects Altec Aerial Device · 2014–2020 — about 396 vehicles.
The hazard
If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 761.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational