Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka ‘potting’, compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Altec Industries – Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire
| Report Received Date | 08/15/2014 |
| NHTSA ID | 14V503000 |
| Consequence Summary | Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603. |
| Recall Code | CSN 603 |
| Potentially Affected | 51 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V503000) |
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