2016 Altec Service Body recalls and problems
The 2016 Altec Service Body has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Altec dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Altec Service Body vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Altec Service Body recalls
Recall 18V-434: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 17V-175: Electrical System
Problem: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Aerial devices and Service Body Trucks equipped with certain JEMS 4A or JEMS 4E4 Idle Mitigation Systems (IMS). A cable within the IMS may have been improperly installed, possibly causing the cable to rub against an electrical component and short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of fire.
Fix: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the contactor cable within the IMS, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for the recall is CSN 646.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Altec Service Body have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Altec Service Body: 18V-434 (electrical system), 17V-175 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Altec recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Altec dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.