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Campaign Details
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence / Hazard
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Proposed Solution
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
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🚗 Affected Vehicles28
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