Recall 13V-458: 2010–2013 Altec AT200A, 2010–2013 Altec AT235 and 6 more
Altec Industries Inc. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 26, 2013, covering about 1,145 vehicles.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 AT200A, AT235, AT235P, AT30-G, AT35-G, AT37-G, AT40-G and AT237 Aerial Devices mounted on Ford Super Duty Chassis' equipped with 6.8L gas engines and Muncie FR67 power take offs (PTO). In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
The risk
Oil leaking onto the thermal blanket combined with heat from exhaust may result in an increased risk of fire.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected pressure switch and thermal blanket with the kit identified by Muncie, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2013. Consumerr's may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is CSN 583.
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 | Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V458000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Altec AT200A | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT235 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT235P | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT237 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT30-G | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT35-G | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT37-G | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Altec AT40-G | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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-458?
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 AT200A, AT235, AT235P, AT30-G, AT35-G, AT37-G, AT40-G and AT237 Aerial Devices mounted on Ford Super Duty Chassis' equipped with 6.8L gas engines and Muncie FR67 power take offs (PTO). In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
How is recall 13V-458 fixed?
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected pressure switch and thermal blanket with the kit identified by Muncie, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2013. Consumerr's may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is CSN 583.
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.