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NHTSARecalled Aug 25, 2020 · #20V501000

Grapple Tines Load Holding Grip May Loosen

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control. Loss of load control may increase the risk of death or injury.

Product details

Product
Grapple Tines Load Holding Grip May Loosen
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a counterbalance valve with a lower pressure ratio to increase the opening threshold, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 773.

View the official CPSC notice