NHTSA Recall 11V389000: Electrical (equipment)
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 67 vehicles. It affects 1997–2009 Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V389000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 549 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | August 1, 2011 |
| Owner notification | September 7, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec is recalling certain model year 1997-2009 aerial devices manufactured from june 1997 through july 2009, equipped with a BCM 44b electrical leakage monitoring system. The meter was incorrectly installed and the wiring may come loose; however, the meter could still indicate that it is working properly.
Safety risk
Failure of the leakage monitoring system can result in the user touching a conductor, unaware that it may be energized and risking electrical shock or electrocution.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec's recall campaign number is csn 549.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 11V389000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec Aerial Device | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
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.