NHTSA Recall 05V264000: Check valve (service brakes)
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Altec AM55.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V264000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › CHECK VALVE |
| Report received | June 9, 2005 |
| Owner notification | May 27, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain aerial devices mounted on GMC c7500 truck chassis and equipped with an altec electric-air/manual trailer brake control, the two-way check valve could be installed in either the front or rear brake system in such a manner that stops air flow to that particular part of the chassis brake system.
Safety risk
This could cause a partial loss of braking capability.
Remedy
These vehicles were only provided to the public service electric and gas company in edison, new jersey. All vehicles have been repaired.
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 05V264000
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.