ALTEC 2012 ALTEC FREIGHTLINER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 ALTEC FREIGHTLINER
Brand
ALTEC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. is recalling certain 2012 ALTEC FREIGHTLINER vehicles due to service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings issues. Overtime, the front brake line could become kinked leading to a loss of front brake control, increasing the risk of crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Overtime, the front brake line could become kinked leading to a loss of front brake control, increasing the risk of crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026