Recall 12V483000: Altec industries inc.

Report received

Oct 3, 2012

Manufacturer

Altec industries inc.

Potentially affected

1,807vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

Overtime, the front brake line could become kinked leading to a loss of front brake control, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

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.