2016 Altec Aerial Device: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 26 recall campaigns for the 2016 Altec Aerial Device. The newest campaign is 25V562000. NHTSA received the report on 29 Aug 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Structure / Frame and Members. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V562000, in the NHTSA record

Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the cable crimps. If the cables are improperly crimped, Altec will provide instructions and a kit to replace the wire rope assemblies. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3246.

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Recall campaigns

26 campaigns, newest first. 61,788 units in total.

25V56200029 Aug 2025Structure / Frame and Members
25V25000017 Apr 2025Structure / Frame and Members
24V01500011 Jan 2024Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
23V21600030 Mar 2023Structure / Body
22V61300010 Aug 2022Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
22V14700011 Mar 2022Fuel System, Diesel / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
21V88400015 Nov 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
21V73600023 Sep 2021Structure / Frame and Members
21V72200016 Sep 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
21V4090001 Jun 2021Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
21V01200015 Jan 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
20V50200025 Aug 2020Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control
20V30100026 May 2020Trailer Hitches
19V60200015 Aug 2019Equipment / Mechanical / Winch
19V5730005 Aug 2019Equipment
19V48300021 Jun 2019Service Brakes, Air
19V4090004 Jun 2019Equipment
18V72800016 Oct 2018Electrical System
18V55200022 Aug 2018Structure
18V43400027 Jun 2018Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery
18V3790007 Jun 2018Electrical System
18V34800029 May 2018Trailer Hitches
18V11000014 Feb 2018Equipment
17V56000011 Sep 2017Equipment
17V17500014 Mar 2017Electrical System / Wiring
16V53600014 Jul 2016Equipment / Mechanical / Winch

25V562000Received 29 Aug 2025. 903 units.
Structure / Frame and Members
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2025 Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, and 2022-2025 Service Body vehicles. The cable step wire rope assembly may be improperly secured, which can allow the cable entry step to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the cable crimps. If the cables are improperly crimped, Altec will provide instructions and a kit to replace the wire rope assemblies. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3246.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN-3246. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Oct 2025.
25V250000Received 17 Apr 2025. 103 units.
Structure / Frame and Members
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2016 AT200A aerial devices. Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame, which can cause the mounting frame side plate to break.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will provide instructions for owners to inspect the mounting frame side plates for cracks. If cracks are found, Altec will repair the side plates as necessary, or provide a repair kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3215.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 3215.
24V015000Received 11 Jan 2024. 437 units.
Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2023 AT Series aerial devices. The cables in the engine compartment may contact the vehicle's hood, damaging the cables and causing a short circuit.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will inspect and relocate the cables and fuse blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3142.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN-3142. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Mar 2024.
23V216000Received 30 Mar 2023. 1,967 units.
Structure / Body
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2022 DM, DH, DC, DL, D2000, D3000, and D4000 series digger derricks, and AM55 aerial devices. The base of the rear pole rack may be missing a weld.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A missing weld on the rear pole rack can lead to a crack that could cause the pole and rack to drop in height, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will inspect the rear pole rack mounting plate, and if necessary, replace any required welds, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3064.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 3064. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2023.
22V613000Received 10 Aug 2022. 975 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2022 DT65 and DT85 Aerial Devices. The weld between the base boom and the auger stow bracket could crack.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A cracked weld may allow the auger bracket to detach from the boom, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will inspect and repair cracks found in the base boom, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3017.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN-3017. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Oct 2022.
22V147000Received 11 Mar 2022. 27,270 units.
Fuel System, Diesel / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 AT and TA aerial devices. The chassis fuel line clamps may not have been secured properly after they were removed to install an aftermarket accessory.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unsecured fuel lines may become damaged and leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will provide work instructions and a kit to properly secure the fuel line, and repair any damaged fuel line if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 855.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 855. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 May 2022.
21V884000Received 15 Nov 2021. 4,055 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2012-2016 AT200A aerial devices. Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame, which can cause the mounting frame side plate to break.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will repair the side plates as necessary, or provide a repair kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 840.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 840. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Jan 2022.
21V736000Received 23 Sep 2021. 2,115 units.
Structure / Frame and Members
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2016 AT200A aerial devices. Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame, which can cause the mounting frame side plate to break.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will repair the side plates as necessary, or provide a repair kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 836.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 836. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Oct 2021.
21V722000Received 16 Sep 2021. 94 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 LS87 aerial devices. The outer-race rotation bearing bolt washers may interfere with an adjacent pedestal weld, which could cause the rotation bearing bolts to break.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Broken bolts can cause the pedestal to separate from the turntable, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will inspect the outer rotation bolt washers and repair the pedestal as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 833.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 833. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Nov 2021.
21V409000Received 1 Jun 2021. 1,977 units.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2005-2021 A65, A70, A75, A72-T, A77-T, and A82-T vehicles. The lower and upper boom raise spools can shift after releasing the joystick or control interlock.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unintended movement of the lower and upper booms increases the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will install a jumper hose and check valve into the boomtip tank lines and replace the overcenter blocking cartridge with an internally referenced drain path, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 823.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 823. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2021.
21V012000Received 15 Jan 2021. 213 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2020 DH-B Series, DH-E Series, and D3000-E digger derricks set up for combined use and equipped with radio remote upper controls. These units only have the derrick use capacity chart and do not have the combined use capacity chart.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The operator may not have access to the rated capacity information while they are operating the equipment in combined use, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and will require them to attach a capacity placard to the radio remote using a lanyard if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on March 16, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 792.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 792. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Mar 2021.
20V502000Received 25 Aug 2020. 17 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2018 LR7, ALB, AC18, AC23, and AC38 vehicles built on an International N9/N10 chassis. During an HC Desorb cycle, the vehicle's idle will rapidly rise causing an increase in pump flow. The increased pump flow can result in the moving speed of the boom changing.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The change in boom speed can result in unintended positioning of the boom, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers install an update that will reprogram the low idle preset to 850 RPM, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 774.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 774. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Oct 2020.
20V301000Received 26 May 2020. 396 units.
Trailer Hitches
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Aerial Devices and body only units equipped with Class 3 towing hitches. The tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 761.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 761. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Jul 2020.
19V602000Received 15 Aug 2019. 23 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Winch
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Altec AM60E, AA55E, AH75/85/100, AH125, and AH150 Aerial Devices. The recovery winch valve may allow the winch to lift more than it is rated for.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can increase the risk of an injury or death.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and instruct owners to inspect the winch pressures and install an external pressure relief valve, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 734.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 734. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Oct 2019.
19V573000Received 5 Aug 2019. 32 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2019 LS60 Aerial Devices. The aerial devices may not meet all aerial level ground and slope stability requirements, allowing the units to become unstable and possibly overturn.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unstable aerial device can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, instructing them to replace the unit load charts, adjust the Hydraulic Overload Protection (HOP) settings, verify the unit has the proper counterweight, and perform a stability test. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 730. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Sep 2019.
19V483000Received 21 Jun 2019. 957 units.
Service Brakes, Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec TA45, TA50, TA55, TA60, L37, L39, LRV, LR7, A-T40C, T40P and AP45 vehicles equipped with air-cushioned pintle hitch and/or accessory air components. The accessories utilizing chassis air supply may be missing pressure protection valves. The accessory lines may not prevent service brake line pressure loss due to failure or leakage in the accessory air system. Additionally, the air cushioned pintle hook may have been connected to the incorrect air lines. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pressure protection installation and repair any unit that does not pass inspection, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 724.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 724. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Aug 2019.
19V409000Received 4 Jun 2019. 435 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2019 LR7 Series Aerial Devices. The aerial device can be operated without the rear outriggers being deployed, which may cause the unit to be unstable.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unstable aerial device may suddenly collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct them to require the proper outrigger operation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 720.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 720. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Jul 2019.
18V728000Received 16 Oct 2018. 24 units.
Electrical System
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altec TA45M and AM50/55 aerial devices equipped with 500W DC-DC converters. Due to voltage and current spikes, the converter can fail and cause a fire.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the converter fails, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 500W DC-DC converter with one that has a revised design, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 699.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 699. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Dec 2018.
18V552000Received 22 Aug 2018. 530 units.
Structure
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Aerial Devices equipped with aluminum work platforms. The platform mounting holes may fail, causing the platform to move unexpectedly.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket reinforcing kit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 17, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 689.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 689. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Oct 2018.
18V434000Received 27 Jun 2018. 290 units.
Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Service Body vehicles, built on Ram 5500 Diesel chassis. The positive stud on the lead acid battery disconnect bracket may contact the hood and cause an electrical short.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lead acid battery disconnect, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 688.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 688. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Aug 2018.
18V379000Received 7 Jun 2018. 44 units.
Electrical System
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 686. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Aug 2018.
18V348000Received 29 May 2018. 201 units.
Trailer Hitches
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Altec LS63 and LS87 aerial devices equipped with a pintle hook mounted into the Class 3 receiver tube. This towing combination was shipped without a placard that provides the maximum allowable towing limit, possibly resulting in the receiver tube being overloaded.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An overloaded receiver tube could detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and provide them with a placard that states the limit of the receiver tube assembly as 600lbs vertical load, and 6,000lbs towing capacity, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 684.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 684. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Jul 2018.
18V110000Received 14 Feb 2018. 18,000 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1997-2017 LRV, and LR7 Aerial devices. The platform leveling yoke may fail, possibly causing an occupant to fall from the platform.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the platform to fall out, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the leveling system to verify the correct alignment, replacing any improperly aligned yokes, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 672.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 672. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Apr 2018.
17V560000Received 11 Sep 2017. 143 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The jib mast on these vehicles may bend under load.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The jib mast may bend and fail, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners and test the jib mast, replacing any that fail, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 664.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 664. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Oct 2017.
17V175000Received 14 Mar 2017. 335 units.
Electrical System / Wiring
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Aerial devices and Service Body Trucks equipped with certain JEMS 4A or JEMS 4E4 Idle Mitigation Systems (IMS). A cable within the IMS may have been improperly installed, possibly causing the cable to rub against an electrical component and short circuit.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuit increases the risk of fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the contactor cable within the IMS, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for the recall is CSN 646.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 646. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Apr 2017.
16V536000Received 14 Jul 2016. 252 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Winch
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. The affected vehicles have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected movement of the winch or the capstan.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unexpected winch movement may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 635.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 635. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Aug 2016.

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Recall Register. 2016 Altec Aerial Device: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/altec/aerial-device/2016/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Altec Industries, Inc.

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2016 Altec Aerial Device?: 61,788 units in 26 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Altec Aerial Device have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 88 recall campaigns for the Altec Aerial Device, model years 1995 to 2026. 26 of them name the 2016 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2016 Altec Aerial Device open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.