Defect Description For Recall
Altec Industries, Inc. Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Vehicles Mounted On A Freightliner Chassis. Due To Improper Installation, The Air Supply Line Of The Front Brakes Is Susceptible To Kinking.
Make Of Vehicle
ALTEC
Model Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
12V483000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Overtime, The Front Brake Line Could Become Kinked Leading To A Loss Of Front Brake Control, Increasing The Risk Of Crash.
Fix Defect
Altec Will Notify Owners, And Will Repair The Vehicles, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On January 4, 2013. Owners May Contact Altec Industries At 1-877-462-5832.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1807
Date Owners Notified
20130104
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20121003
Make Campaign Number
MAB 571