Defect 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.
Consequence
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.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 12V483000. Text as published by NHTSA.