NHTSA recall campaign
18V276000
ManufacturerAltec Industries Inc.Reported2018-04-30Affected4 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec EC175, EC225, and EC655 Feller Grappler Boom-Mounted Saw vehicles. The grappler load holding valve may not be properly adjusted, which can allow the tree trunk to slip or fall unexpectedly.
Risk
If the tree trunk slips or falls, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will properly adjust the grappler load holding valve, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 679.
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