Recall
Altec Telescoping Aerial Device — 17V009000
NHTSA ID
17V009000
Make
Altec
Model
Telescoping Aerial Device
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2017-01-09
Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WINCH
Units Affected
617
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 643
Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2005-2016 TA37M, TA41M, TA45M telescoping aerial devices. The winch brake on these vehicles may be improperly oriented, possibly resulting in unexpected winch line movement.
Consequence
If the winch boom line unexpectedly moves, there may be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the direction of the winch brake and check and adjust the winch brake torque setting, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 643.
Affected Vehicles
Altec Telescoping Aerial Device
Model Years: 2008