Recall
Altec Aerial Device — 18V553000
NHTSA ID
18V553000
Make
Altec
Model
Aerial Device
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-08-22
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Units Affected
40
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 691
Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The fuse for the battery was not installed to the guidelines. The incorrectly placed fuse may increase the risk for an electrical short.
Consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse location, relocating it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 691.