Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling 437 of its AT Series aerial devices from model years 2004 through 2023. These vehicles have cables in the engine compartment that can rub against the hood, causing damage to the insulation and leading to a short circuit. If a short circuit occurs, it can trigger an engine compartment fire, though no specific injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data. Altec will provide a free inspection and will relocate the cables and fuse blocks to prevent future contact.
The cables in the engine compartment can make contact with the vehicle's hood, damaging the wiring and causing an electrical short circuit. This short circuit generates intense heat that significantly increases the risk of a fire in the engine compartment.
Inspection and relocation of cables and fuse blocks
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response