NHTSA Recall 12V483000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,807 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Altec Freightliner.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V483000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MAB 571 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 3, 2012 |
| Owner notification | January 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Notes
Altec's recall campaign number is MAB 571.Customers may 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 12V483000
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.