StructureRecall 18V-311 · 2014–2017 Altec Flatbed Bodies W/ Rails
Altec Industries Inc. recall 18V-311 covers 135 2014–2017 Altec Flatbed Bodies W/ Rails for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on May 11, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 36% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V311000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Altec Flatbed Bodies with stake rails. The stake rails may not be properly retained, allowing them to become dislodged.
The risk
If the stake rails become dislodged while the vehicle is moving, it can increase the risk of an injury or a crash.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and provide stake rail retention kits, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 680.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
36%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 6, 2014 to September 10, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.