2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK RECALL - #18V873000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING : BRAKE LIGHTS
Altec Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Digger Derrick, Aerial Devices, and Service Body vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK |
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| Manufacturer |
Altec Industries Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
11/1/2017 - 5/30/2018 |
| Recalled on |
12/12/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Altec Industries Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
2/7/2019 |
| # Affected |
156 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
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| Description |
Altec Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Digger Derrick, Aerial Devices, and Service Body vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Consequences |
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 708. |
| Notes |
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. |
| See also |
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STARTER ASSEMBLY
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for STRUCTURE
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING, FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for EQUIPMENT
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for EQUIPMENT
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for EQUIPMENT
2017 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK Recall for EQUIPMENT, MECHANICAL, BOOM/CRANE/LADDER, CONTROLS/CONTROL WIRING
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