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NHTSA ID Number: 10215376
Manufacturer Communication Number: CSR-541
Summary
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. The windshield wipers arms on certain 2020 through 2022 model year Ford vehicles could break, fail to operate, and detach from the vehicle.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle. Refer to the provided list.
NHTSA Safety, FMVSS Compliance, or Emissions Recall
Dear Altec Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment.
Refer to the attached documentation that follows this letter. If you have additional questions, please contact your Altec Account Manager. You may also contact the OEM using the contact information provided in the attached recall notice.
For US owners: after contacting the OEM according to the attached notice, if you are still not able to have the safety condition remedied within a reasonable time, you may write to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 or call 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
If you had this repair performed before you received this letter, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of the problem associated with this recall.
If you have sold or retired the unit, update the records through Altec Connect. If you have leased this equipment to another person or company, you are required by Federal Law to forward a copy of this notice to the lessee by first class mail within ten (10) days of the receipt of this notice.
We appreciate your assistance in following this action in the interest of your safety and continued satisfaction with Altec products.
Thank you for your immediate attention on this important matter.
Component/Supplier Recall CSR541
Windshield Wiper Arm
Units Affected: Certain 2020 through 2022 model year Ford and Lincoln vehicles built from August 1, 2020 through October 20, 2021. Verify your unit is affected by reviewing the attached list or accessing Altec Connect.
Background: Altec is committed to providing our customers reliable products from initial delivery throughout the useful life of the machine.
Ford Motor Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in your vehicle with the VIN shown in the attached list.
Refer to the included communication from Ford for more information.
Customer Action: Ford does not currently have parts for this repair. Ford will contact you again, by mail, when parts are available.
Requirements: Altec is not able to perform this repair. The work must be completed by an authorized Ford dealer.
Completion and Warranty: This repair is not covered under the Altec Warranty Policy.
Altec Contact Info:
Altec Connect: connect.altec.com/login
Phone: 1-877-GO ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) | Options: 1 – Parts; 2 – Shop Service; 3 – Mobile Service; 4 – Technical Support; 5 – Global Rental Service Request; 6 – Chassis Repair
Safety Recall 22S26 – Both Front Wiper Arm Replacement – 2020-2021 Ford Expedition, 2020-2021 F-150, 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2020-2022 Super Duty
3 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| ALTEC | AERIAL DEVICE | 2020-2022 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
CSR 541
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10215376
MC-10215376-0001.pdf 1123.09KB
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- This Puller designed for professionally dual-purpose use
- Easy and safely to remove the stuck on the rear wiper arm
- Use to remove battery terminal clamp without damage to cause battery post
- Jaw opening: 1/16" - 1-1/16" (6-28mm); Outer diameter:1-7/8" (48mm)
- Tighten knurled cone to force jaws under the cable clamp. Also removes bolted on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline
- Removes Battery Terminals and Bolted on Wiper Arms.
- A dual-purpose puller.
- Easily removes stuck battery terminals.
- Turn center screw to lift clamp off terminal.
- Also removes bolted on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline.
- Best Automotive Wiper Arm Puller : Designed for professionals dual-purpose usage to remove battery terminal clamp without damage to battery post，The puller screw pad is designed to fit the top of the spline post for easy pulling. Windshield Wiper Removal Tool is also can be used to remove bolted-on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline.
- There are two wiper arm are available, One is the fixed type and the other is a Bar and ball bearing with rotating mechanism. The windshield wiper removal tool will help you to remove the wiper arm easily and not damage the wiper arm or hood fairing during disassembly.
- Place the wiper arm puller tool foot to be fastened securely to the wiper arm, and then clamp turn center screw or tighten the strong screw on the wiper shaft to remove the wiper arm.
- Made of 45 # carbon steel, strong metal with special heat treatment process, high hardness, corrosion-resistant forged and heat treated steel jaws, can serve for long time.
- Jaw opening: 1/16" - 1-1/16" (6-28mm); Outer diameter:1-7/8" (48mm)； Package Included: 1 x Wiper Arm and Battery Terminal Bearing Remover Puller Tool & 1 x Wiper Arm Remover(Collar Size: Approx.15.2mm )
- 【Application】：Wiper arm puller remove tool can remove bolted-on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline.
- 【Multifunction】: Wiper arm puller remove tool can usage to remove battery terminal clamp without damage to battery post.It fit for many cars and light trucks and also be used for removing over tight some alternator bearings.
- 【Easy to Use】：Fix the wiper arm puller tool base firmly on the wiper arm, tighten the knurled cone to force the claw under the cable clamp, and turn the central screw to lift the claw from the terminal to remove the wiper arm.
- 【Great Material】: Made of 45 # carbon steel, strong metal with special heat treatment process, high hardness, corrosion-resistant forged and heat treated steel jaws.Jaw opening: 1/16" - 1-1/16" (6-28mm); Outer diameter:1-7/8" (48mm).
- 【Packaging and Service】：1 x Wiper arm puller tool, 1 x Windshield wiper arm removal tool.We offer 12 months warranty.
- Repair tool can remove the stuck battery terminal, also remove bolted-on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline; Great multi-function small repair tool designed for professional use
- Battery terminal puller overall forged by carbon steel is durable and exquisite appearance. It can easily remove stuck battery terminal,also remove bolt on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline
- Sturdy, Durable & Long Time Service -- This Battery Bearing Extractor Puller is made of strong metal with special heat treatment process, high hardness, corrosion-resistant forged and heat treated steel jaws, can serve for long time
- Easy to Operate & Quality Assurance: Jaw opening 6-28 mm for wiper arms with an o/d up to 42 mm; With our battery bearing puller you can get a great helper to handle with difficult tasks
- [High Quality Material] This battery terminal and wiper arm disassembly tool is made of high-quality steel, with strong metal with special heat treatment process, high hardness, corrosion-resistant forged and heat treated steel jaws, which can be used for a long time.
- [Feature] The bolted windshield wiper arm can be easily and quickly removed, which is installed on a conical spline. Designed with locking claws, it ensures a secure grip of the wiper arm, allowing you to evenly remove it from the studs. The T-shaped handle allows you to apply force and easily tighten the bolts.
- [Main Function] The battery terminal and wiper arm puller is used to remove the battery terminal clamp without damaging the battery terminal post, and can also remove the bolts installed on the windshield wiper arm on the conical spline.
- [Easy to Use] Tighten the knurled cone, press the pliers under the cable clamp, rotate the center screw, and lift the cable clamp off the terminal. The puller screw pad is designed to fit at the top of the spline column for easy pulling.
- [Widely Applicable] Suitable for most modern cars as a wiper arm terminal bearing extraction tool. Jaw opening: 1/16 "-1/16" (6-28mm); Outer diameter: 1-7/8 "(48mm).
- The windshield wiper arm removal tool is used to remove bolted on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline, or to remove battery terminals and bolted on wiper arms.
- Also suitable for the removal of battery terminals & alternator bearing removal.
- Material - The wiper arm puller tool is made of high hardness 45# carbon steel with special heat treatment process which is corrosion resistance, anti-rust, anti-oxidant, can serve for long time.
- Dimension - Jaw opening: 6-35 mm. Outside diameter: 48 mm.
- Operation - Adjust the jaw opening size to suit the application and secure the tool to the wiper arm. Swivel-mounted thrust bearing & tommy bar for easy lifting of wiper arms, no damage to the battery post.
- 【Widely Applicable】Wiper arm puller compatible with a.udi A3, A4, A5, A6, Q7. Compatible with V.W Lupo/P.olo/T.ouareg.Compatible with H.onda/J.azz/C.RV/F.RV and others.Compatible with O.pel Astra G/Z.aphira B/C.orsa C/V.ectra C.
- 【Widely Applicable】Wiper arm removal tool is also compatible with V.W Golf/P.assat until 2005. Compatible with B.MW 5 series E39 and 7 series E38 until 2005. Compatible with F.ord G.alaxy S.eat A.lhambra M.ercedes A and B class from 2005. Compatible with P.orsche C.ayenne and other SUV.
- 【Remove Car Wiper/Battery】Windshield wiper arm removal tool is mainly used for car wiper arm removal and replacement. It can easily remove and replace some tight wiper arms. puller tool is not only easy to use, but also will not damage the glass, wipers,shaft and will not scratch the paint, etc.,which is a good helper for professional disassembly of the wiper arm. In addition,wiper arm puller can also remove the battery terminal clips without damaging the battery poles.
- 【Strong Structure & Creative Design】Windshield wiper arm removal tool has a sturdy construction and high thread precision,it's made of high-hardness metal, it's sturdy and durable, giving you the perfect pull to get the job done.In addition,the main shaft end is designed with a brass cover,which can effectively prevent damage to the windshield wiper arm,which is a good helper for auto maintenance workers.
- 【Easy To Store & Carry】Equipped with a heavy duty high quality blow molding box, it can be neatly and orderly placed in the box after each use, not only easy to carry, but also prevents tools from being lost and messy.
- Best Automotive Wiper Arm Puller : Designed for professionals dual-purpose usage to remove battery terminal clamp without damage to battery post，The puller screw pad is designed to fit the top of the spline post for easy pulling.
- Multifunction: Windshield Wiper Removal Tool is also can be used to remove bolted-on windshield wiper arms that fit over a tapered spline.
- Usage: Wiper arm puller removes stuck on wiper arm, tighten knurled cone to force jaws under the cable clamp, turn center screw to lift clamp off the terminal post
- Great Material: Made of 45 # carbon steel, strong metal with special heat treatment process, high hardness, corrosion-resistant forged and heat treated steel jaws, can serve for long time
- Jaw opening: 1/16" - 1-1/16" (6-28mm); Outer diameter:1-7/8" (48mm)；Package Included: 1 x Wiper Arm and Battery Terminal Bearing Remover Puller Tool&1*PCS Wiper Arm Remover(Collar Size: Approx.15.2mm )
- 【Great Material】: These car wiper arm remover is made of high quality material, strong and durable, hard enough, selected high quality metal material, will not damage the wiper arm or car cover, you can repair your car efficiently with this simple and practical common tool for car repair, the wiper arm puller tool foot is firmly fixed on the wiper arm.
- 【Easy to Use】: Our windshield wiper removal tool is very simple and easy to use, refusing to be tedious, you do not have to worry about not using it after receiving it, because it is really able to very easily put under the wiper arm and lock the screws on the wiper shaft, helping you to complete a series of operations with a pleasant mood.
- 【Durable Design】: These wiper arm disassembly special tools using the fixed structure, can help you easily disassemble a variety of models wiper arm, top bar adjustment knob, hook claw hardness, according to the different use of the environment to adjust the opening of the hook claw, adapt to different tools, strong and durable.
- 【Wide Application】: Our car wiper arm remover has a wide range of usability and highly adaptable sizes, they measure 2.75*1.1*0.67 inches and are suitable for all kinds of cars, SUVs, vans and light trucks in the market. Of course, just in case, please make sure the size of this product is suitable for your car, before purchasing this product.
- 【Package Included】: Our package of this product includes 1 x car wiper arm remover. The components of this wiper arm remover include rotating handle, nut, screw, puller arm, and puller part, they are all with high quality guarantee, I am sure you will be very satisfied after receiving this little thing, come and try it, let it help you!
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Customer Outreach PO Box 8338 product.safety@altec.com Phone 1-877-GO ALTEC Saint Joseph, MO 64508 connect.altec.com/login Facsimile 1-877-659-9929 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle. Refer to the provided list. NHTSA Safety, FMVSS Compliance, or Emissions Recall Dear Altec Owner, This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Refer to the attached documentation that follows this letter. If you have additional questions, please contact your Altec Account Manager. You may also contact the OEM using the contact information provided in the attached recall notice. For US owners: after contacting the OEM according to the attached notice, if you are still not able to have the safety condition remedied within a reasonable time, you may write to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 or call 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or go to http://www.safercar.gov. If you had this repair performed before you received this letter, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of the problem associated with this recall. If you have sold or retired the unit, update the records through Altec Connect. If you have leased this equipment to another person or company, you are required by Federal Law to forward a copy of this notice to the lessee by first class mail within ten (10) days of the receipt of this notice. We appreciate your assistance in following this action in the interest of your safety and continued satisfaction with Altec products. Thank you for your immediate attention on this important matter. Page 1 of 1 Component/Supplier Recall CSR 541 Windshield Wiper Arm (Ford 22S26 — NHTSA 22V250) Units Affected: Certain 2020 through 2022 model year Ford and Lincoln vehicles built from August 1, 2020 through October 20, 2021. Verify your unit is affected by reviewing the attached list or accessing Altec Connect. Background: Altec is committed to providing our customers reliable products from initial delivery throughout the useful life of the machine. Ford Motor Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in your vehicle with the VIN shown in the attached list. Refer to the included communication from Ford for more information. Customer Action: Ford does not currently have parts for this repair. Ford will contact you again, by mail, when parts are available. Requirements: Altec is not able to perform this repair. The work must be completed by an authorized Ford dealer. Completion and Warranty: This repair is not covered under the Altec Warranty Policy. Altec Contact Info: Altec Connect: connect.altec.com/login Phone: 1-877-GO ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) | Options: 1 – Parts; 2 – Shop Service; 3 – Mobile Service; 4 – Technical Support; 5 – Global Rental Service Request; 6 – Chassis Repair Released: July 1, 2022 Altec Use Only Inspection labor 0 hr Repair labor 0 hr Account # NA Travel Not included NHTSA code NA Prime fail P/N NA Doc ref NA Altec Use Only Description Part No. Qty Warranty NA NA NA NA
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