Recall
Altec Aerial Device — 18V434000
NHTSA ID
18V434000
Make
Altec
Model
Aerial Device
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2018-06-27
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Units Affected
290
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 688
Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Service Body vehicles, built on Ram 5500 Diesel chassis. The positive stud on the lead acid battery disconnect bracket may contact the hood and cause an electrical short.
Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead acid battery disconnect, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 688.