Altec Recalls 2009-2012 Novae Trailers Due to Tongue Cracking Risk
Altec is recalling 344 Novae Sure-Trac equipment trailers from 2009-2012 because the tongue may crack and separate, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (tongue separation) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Novae Sure-Trac ST81181TPL2-B-140 equipment trailers. The recall covers 344 units built between August 31, 2009, and September 27, 2012, that were manufactured with 3/16 inch thick steel tubing.
The defect involves the trailer tongue, which may crack and separate from the trailer frame. If the tongue fails, the owner may lose control of the trailer or the trailer may separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any cracks found and add a reinforcing kit free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- ALTEC NOVAE ST81181TPL2-B-140
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Equipment Trailer
- Affected units
- 344
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- NOVAE ST81181TPL2-B-140
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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