Recall
Altec Aerial Device — 20V301000
NHTSA ID
20V301000
Make
Altec
Model
Aerial Device
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2020-05-26
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units Affected
396
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
CSN 761
Summary
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Aerial Devices and body only units equipped with Class 3 towing hitches. The tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
Consequence
If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.