Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Utility Service Truck Chassis Equipped With Altec Electric Hydraulic Manual Utility Brake Control, The Units Experience Loss Of Brakes During And Interference Between The Windshield Wiper Drive Arm And Brake Line That Runs Between The Chassis Master Cylinder And Brake Control Inside The Cab.
Make Of Vehicle
ALTEC
Model Of Vehicle
4700
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05V200000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
This Interference Can Cause The Brake Line To Rupture. Serious Injury Or Death Can Result From Impairment Or Failure Of The Vehicle Brakes.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Wiper Linkage Interference, And Replace The Necessary Parts Free Of Charge. This Recall Only Involved One Customer. The Recall Began On April 15, 2005. Owners May Contact Altec At 919-528-2535.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20000201
End Of Manufacture
20050331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
125
Date Owners Notified
20050415
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050426