NHTSARecalled Jan 9, 2017 · #17V009000
Winch Brake may allow Unexpected Line Movement
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2005-2016 TA37M, TA41M, TA45M telescoping aerial devices. The winch brake on these vehicles may be improperly oriented, possibly resulting in unexpected winch line movement. If the winch boom line unexpectedly moves, there may be an increased risk of injury.
Product details
- Product
- Winch Brake may allow Unexpected Line Movement
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the direction of the winch brake and check and adjust the winch brake torque setting, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 643.