NHTSA Recall 11V386000: Cables (electrical system)
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63 vehicles. It affects 2010–2011 Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V386000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 548 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | July 28, 2011 |
| Owner notification | August 1, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 aerial devices utility vehicles manufactured from august 2010 through may 2011, the battery fuse block may be installed incorrectly. The power source may have been connected to the wrong side (post) of the fuse leaving the battery hot cable unprotected without a fuse.
Safety risk
The chassis batteries could short and cause a fire increasing the risk of death or serious injury.
Remedy
Altec will inspect the connection of the battery cable to the fuse block, the position of the fuse block mounting plate on the battery, and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on august 1, 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec safety recall no. Csn 548.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V386000
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.