NHTSA Recall 12V390000
Filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Component: Suspension. Reported 2012-08-08. An estimated 141 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: CSN 560
Notes
Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 560.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.