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NHTSARecalled Nov 17, 2016 · #16V835000

Cylinder End Gland may Fail and cause Boom to Move

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks manufactured May 1, 1995, to August 15, 1999 and equipped with Rosenboom Machine and Tool lower boom lift cylinders. The cylinder end gland could fail which could cause uncontrolled boom movement. Uncontrolled boom movement may increase the risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.

Product details

Product
  • Cylinder End Gland may Fail and cause Boom to Move
  • 1995-1999 Aerial Device
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Model numbers
1999 Aerial
UPCs

What you should do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom, and repair or replace the cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

View the official CPSC notice