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Altec recall — Coil Springs

NHTSA · December 20, 2024

Agency
NHTSA
Posted
Recalling firm
Altec Industries, Inc.
Source ID
24V952000

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Defect

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Ford E350 van chassis equipped with a AT200A devices. The units mounted on certain Ford E350 van chassis with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 4050 and 4200 pounds, may fail at high loads due to a defect in the front axle.

Consequence

Overload of the front axle capacity could cause it to fail and instability, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective action

Ford dealers will install front springs, insulators, and nuts, free of charge. Additionally, a new label will be provided to indicate the upgraded gross axle weight rating. Owner notification letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3206.

Affected vehicles

MakeModelYear
AltecAt200A2017
AltecAt200A2018
AltecAt200A2019
AltecAt200A2020
AltecAt200A2021
AltecAt200A2022
AltecAt200A2023
AltecAt200A2024

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