2000 Altec Digger Derrick Recalls

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August 15th, 2014
Recalled Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY
Recall Date
August 15th, 2014
Units Effected
51
NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V503000
Manufacturer: ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: CSN 603
Date of Owner Notification: October 15th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Consequence Summary:
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Summary:
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.

Recall 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.

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