NHTSA Recall 05V200000: Service brakes, hydraulic
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Altec 4300.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V200000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | April 26, 2005 |
| Owner notification | April 15, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain utility service truck chassis equipped with altec electric hydraulic manual utility brake control, the units experience loss of brakes during and interference between the windshield wiper drive arm and brake line that runs between the chassis master cylinder and brake control inside the cab.
Safety risk
This interference can cause the brake line to rupture. Serious injury or death can result from impairment or failure of the vehicle brakes.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiper linkage interference, and replace the necessary parts free of charge. This recall only involved one customer. The recall began on april 15, 2005. Owners may contact altec at 919-528-2535.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V200000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec 4300 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Altec 4700 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Altec 4900 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Altec 7300 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Altec 7400 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.