Springs: torsion barRecall 12V-390 · Altec vehicles
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. recall 12V-390 covers 141 Altec vehicles for a springs: torsion bar problem, reported to NHTSA on August 8, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V390000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerial Device vehicles built on a Navistar Terrastar chassis because the Altec-installed torsion bar increases the ride height of the front suspension, which when the vehicle hits bumps, may cause the vehicle to alter its steering direction.
The risk
As the vehicle hits bumps, it may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and will install an updated bracket and spring kit, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 27, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 560.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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.