Recalls for 2003 Altec Ah75

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2012-09-18
Description
Altec industries, inc.  Is recalling certain model year 2002-2009 ah75/85/100 and hl125 aerial device vehicles equipped with 16-foot radial outriggers.  An improper torque was applied to the outrigger cylinder piston retention system during assembly.  As a result, the cylinder could loosen from the rod allowing the outrigger leg to protrude beyond the confines of the chassis when it is in a stowed position.  

Consequence
If the cylinder loosens from the rod, the outrigger could strike a person or object, increasing the risk of injury or property damage.  

Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and will increase the torque on the piston free of charge.  The safety recall began on november 6, 2012.  Owners may contact altec industries at 1-877-462-5832.  

Notes
Altec's recall campaign number is csn 570.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2013-07-02
Description
Altec industries, inc.  (altec) is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 ah75, ah85 and ah100 aerial devices equipped with square pedestals.  In the affected vehicles, the aerial device may develop cracks between the pedestal and the unit subbase.

Consequence
Cracks in the pedestal may cause the aerial device to fail, increasing the risk of personal injury.  

Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners informing them to inspect the pedestal and if any cracks are found, they will be repaired free of charge.  The recall began on august 5, 2013.  Owners may contact altec at 1-800-860-0183.  Altec's recall number is csn 580.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.