Recall 13V-275: 2002–2010 Altec AH100, 2002–2010 Altec AH75 and 1 more
Altec Industries Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 27, 2013, covering about 220 vehicles.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 AH75, AH85 and AH100 aerial devices equipped with square pedestals. In the affected vehicles, the aerial device may develop cracks between the pedestal and the unit subbase.
The risk
Cracks in the pedestal may cause the aerial device to fail, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners informing them to inspect the pedestal and if any cracks are found, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Altec at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 580.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Altec Industries Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V275000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Altec AH100 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Altec AH75 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Altec AH85 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V-275?
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 AH75, AH85 and AH100 aerial devices equipped with square pedestals. In the affected vehicles, the aerial device may develop cracks between the pedestal and the unit subbase.
How is recall 13V-275 fixed?
Altec will notify owners informing them to inspect the pedestal and if any cracks are found, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Altec at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 580.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.