Altec · Canada · High
Altec AD108: Brakes
Affects Altec AD108 · 2011–2018 — about 10 vehicles.
The hazard
Issue: On certain cable handling trailers, the brake line fittings may be incorrect. This could result in the trailer brakes to fail. Safety Risk: A loss of brakes can create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and instruct them to inspect the brake lines. The company will supply new fittings along with installation instructions to replace any brake line fittings that are incorrect.
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