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NHTSARecalled Apr 30, 2018 · #18V276000

Improperly Adjusted Grappler Holding Valve

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec EC175, EC225, and EC655 Feller Grappler Boom-Mounted Saw vehicles. The grappler load holding valve may not be properly adjusted, which can allow the tree trunk to slip or fall unexpectedly. If the tree trunk slips or falls, there would be an increased risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Improperly Adjusted Grappler Holding Valve
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will properly adjust the grappler load holding valve, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 679.

View the official CPSC notice