Recall 12V390000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR

Report Date
20120808
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR
Affected Vehicles
6 models

Defect Description

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerial Device vehicles built on a Navistar Terrastar chassis because the Altec-installed torsion bar increases the ride height of the front suspension, which when the vehicle hits bumps, may cause the vehicle to alter its steering direction.

Safety Consequence

As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and will install an updated bracket and spring kit, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 ALTEC AT200A
2012 ALTEC AT235
2012 ALTEC AT235P
2012 ALTEC AT30-G
2012 ALTEC AT37-G
2012 ALTEC AT40M/P

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.