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Altec 2011–2012 Service Brakes, Air recall

Recalled October 3, 2012 · NHTSA recall 12V483000 · Altec

Hazard
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.
Units
1,807 units

Description

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.

What to do

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.

Product
Altec FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer(s)
Altec Industries, Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov