EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Jul 21, 2021
1,284 units potentially affected
The defect: Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020 AA5X/AN5X, AA5X(E)/AN5X(E), AA6X/AN6X, AA6X(E)/AN6X(E), AN4X-OC/AN4X(E)-OC, AN5X-OC/AN5X(E)-OC, AA/AN67-E100, and AA/AN67(E)-E100 vehicles. The leveling sprocket may have a failed weld between the sprocket and hub assembly.
The risk: Uncontrolled platform leveling increases the risk of injury and death.
The remedy: Altec will inspect and replace the damaged sprocket assembly, free of charge. If no damage is observed, a secondary retention kit will be installed to limit rotation of the platform, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 828.