NHTSA Recall 12V456000

NHTSA Campaign ID number : 	12V456000
	
Vehicle Make / Model: 	    	Model Year(s):
     ALTEC / AH100 	    	2002-2009
     ALTEC / AH75 	    	2002-2009
     ALTEC / AH85 	    	2002-2009
     ALTEC / HL125 	    	2002-2009
Manufacturer: ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. 	Mfr's Report Date: SEP 12, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V456000 	NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected: 245
Summary:
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2002-2009 AH75/85/100 and HL125 aerial device vehicles equipped with 16-foot radial outriggers. An improper torque was applied to the outrigger cylinder piston retention system during assembly. As a result, the cylinder could loosen from the rod allowing the outrigger leg to protrude beyond the confines of the chassis when it is in a stowed position.
Consequence:
If the cylinder loosens from the rod, the outrigger could strike a person or object, increasing the risk of injury or property damage.
Remedy:
Altec will notify owners, and will increase the torque on the piston free of charge. Altec has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes:
Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 570. 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.