Recall 20V301000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Aerial Devices and body only units equipped with Class 3 towing hitches. The tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
Safety Consequence
If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 761.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2015 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2016 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2017 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2018 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2019 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
| 2020 | ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.