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HighNHTSA·17V009000·Announced 2017-01-09

Altec Telescoping Aerial Devices Recalled for Winch Brake Orientation Defect

Altec is recalling 2005-2016 telescoping aerial devices because the winch brake may be improperly oriented, potentially causing unexpected winch line movement and injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a mechanical defect that poses a risk of injury, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2005-2016 TA37M, TA41M, and TA45M telescoping aerial devices. The recall involves 617 units where the winch brake may be improperly oriented. This defect can result in unexpected winch line movement.

If the winch boom line moves unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of injury. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the direction of the winch brake and check and adjust the winch brake torque setting free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC TELESCOPING AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Specialty Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
617

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)

  • TELESCOPING AERIAL DEVICE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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