Item Affected: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR
Date Announced: 06/22/2017
Description of Recall: 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.
Conequence: As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Action Need To Fix It: 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.
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.
