NHTSA Campaign 24V952000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

Issued by Altec Industries, Inc. · Reported Dec 20, 2024 · 82 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ALTEC AT200A 2017 82
ALTEC AT200A 2018 82
ALTEC AT200A 2019 82
ALTEC AT200A 2020 82
ALTEC AT200A 2021 82
ALTEC AT200A 2022 82
ALTEC AT200A 2023 82
ALTEC AT200A 2024 82

Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V952000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.