Safety Recall: 12V483000

12V483000 Reported: 10/3/2012 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

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Summary

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.

Additional 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.