2017 Altec Aerial Device: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 38 recall campaigns for the 2017 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

38 campaigns, newest first. 61,671 units in total.

25V56200029 Aug 2025Structure / Frame and Members
24V01500011 Jan 2024Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery / Cables
23V21600030 Mar 2023Structure / Body
22V61300010 Aug 2022Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
22V5770004 Aug 2022Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
22V14700011 Mar 2022Fuel System, Diesel / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
22V14600011 Mar 2022Equipment
22V0580003 Feb 2022Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
21V99800020 Dec 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Motor/Hydraulic Pump
21V72200016 Sep 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
21V4090001 Jun 2021Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
21V2390005 Apr 2021Structure / Critical Fasteners
21V01200015 Jan 2021Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder
20V50200025 Aug 2020Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control
20V40100010 Jul 2020Equipment
20V30100026 May 2020Trailer Hitches
19V60200015 Aug 2019Equipment / Mechanical / Winch
19V5730005 Aug 2019Equipment
19V48300021 Jun 2019Service Brakes, Air
19V45500017 Jun 2019Equipment
19V4090004 Jun 2019Equipment
19V30300015 Apr 2019Equipment / Mechanical
18V8730007 Dec 2018Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights
18V84700028 Nov 2018Equipment
18V7920009 Nov 2018Electrical System / Wiring
18V72800016 Oct 2018Electrical System
18V7060009 Oct 2018Structure
18V6930004 Oct 2018Equipment
18V55300022 Aug 2018Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
18V55200022 Aug 2018Structure
18V43400027 Jun 2018Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery
18V43500027 Jun 2018Equipment
18V3790007 Jun 2018Electrical System
18V34800029 May 2018Trailer Hitches
18V34500025 May 2018Equipment / Other / Labels
18V11000014 Feb 2018Equipment
18V03500011 Jan 2018Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
17V56000011 Sep 2017Equipment

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.
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.
22V577000Received 4 Aug 2022. 594 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Altec AT200A, AT235, AT235P, AT237, AT37G, AT40G, AT41M, and CB5-132D-S aerial devices. A wire to the boom stow sensor may be routed over a sharp edge, which can expose the wire to metal and result in a blown ignition circuit fuse.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A blown fuse can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will install a relay, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3015.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 3015; CSN 3097. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Sep 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.
22V146000Received 11 Mar 2022. 46 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2021 SK185-MP, and SKC landscaping spray vans. The vehicles are not equipped with carbon monoxide detectors.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Elevated levels of carbon monoxide gas may not be detected, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will install a carbon monoxide detector and safety alert placard, 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 864.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 854. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 May 2022.
22V058000Received 3 Feb 2022. 157 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Turntable
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2021 LS60 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 April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 846.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 846. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Apr 2022.
21V998000Received 20 Dec 2021. 150 units.
Equipment / Mechanical / Boom/Crane/Ladder / Motor/Hydraulic Pump
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2021 AN67-E100, AA67-E100, AN67, AA67, and AN55-E88 aerial devices. The hydraulic plumbing to the lift cylinders of the lower and upper booms could be connected incorrectly, allowing the boom to overextend.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The operator could overextend the boom while using the material handling jib, causing the aerial device to tip over and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will inspect and correct the plumbing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 842.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 842. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Feb 2022.
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.
21V239000Received 5 Apr 2021. 120 units.
Structure / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 AT37/41/48M, AT41P, AT48S, L37M, L42A, and TA40 aerial device vehicles. The rotation bearing fasteners may experience stress corrosion cracking.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Cracked rotation bearing fasteners may break, causing separation of the pedestal and turntable, increasing the risk of death and/or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rotation bearing fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 807.
Report filed by Altec Industries, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 807. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 May 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.
20V401000Received 10 Jul 2020. 2,550 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2020 AT200A, AT235, AT37-G, AT40-G, AT41/48M Aerial Devices mounted on a Ford F-350, F-450 or F-550 chassis equipped with a gas engine and Chelsea 249 Power Take-Off (PTO). The PTO may leak oil onto the exhaust heat shield thermal blanket.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Oil absorbed by the exhaust heat shield thermal blanket has an increased risk of a fire from being exposed to hot engine components.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the heat shield with a redesigned version, as well as install plumbing to relocate a pressure switch and install hoses with improved routing to increase their distance from heat sources, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 767.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 767. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Sep 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.
19V455000Received 17 Jun 2019. 542 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 LR7, TA50/55/60 and L42/45 Aerial Devices. Multiple fasteners used to secure the rotation bearing may break, possibly resulting in the pedestal separating from the turntable.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the pedestal separates from the turntable, it can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected fasteners, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 722.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 722. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Jul 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.
19V303000Received 15 Apr 2019. 153 units.
Equipment / Mechanical
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, TA50, TA55, TA60, and TA45M-T50 Aerial Devices. The fasteners that are used to secure the turntable to the pedestal may fail.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If multiple fasteners fail, the pedestal and turntable may separate, increasing the risk of death or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec has notified owners and dealers will inspect and replace the defective fasteners, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 716.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number MAB 716. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Apr 2019.
18V873000Received 7 Dec 2018. 156 units.
Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Digger Derrick, Aerial Devices, and Service Body vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 708.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 708. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Feb 2019.
18V847000Received 28 Nov 2018. 49 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec AT37, AT41 and AT48 aerial devices. Some of the fasteners that secure the pedestal to the chassis may be missing or may be loose which can cause a loss of stability or separation of the pedestal.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A pedestal that is not secure can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners and will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 706.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 706. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Jan 2019.
18V792000Received 9 Nov 2018. 186 units.
Electrical System / Wiring
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 AT37-G, AT40, AT37, AT41, AT48 and L37M Aerial Devices. The under-hood wiring on these vehicles may be damaged by sharp edges within the engine bay area.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Damaged wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring, replacing any damaged protective loom and install an edge guard to the bracket area, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 704.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 704. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Jan 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.
18V706000Received 9 Oct 2018. 1,592 units.
Structure
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, L42A and AT37-G TDA58 aerial devices and DB37, DL/DMB D2/3/4B, and DMB digger derricks, equipped with fiberglass platforms. The step on the outside of the fiberglass platform can break off during normal use.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the step separates from the platform, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the platform step and replace the platform if the step has separated from the platform and add a platform step reinforcing kit, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 695.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 695. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Dec 2018.
18V693000Received 4 Oct 2018. 208 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec AT37, AT41 and AT48 aerial devices. The hydraulic line protective hose sock may have been incorrectly installed through the insulating section of the lower boom.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The incorrectly installed protective hose sock can cause the potential for electrical continuity through the lower boom, increasing the risk of an electrical shock.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic hose bundle on the articulating arm and remove any hose sock in the insulated section, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 693.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 693. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Nov 2018.
18V553000Received 22 Aug 2018. 40 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The fuse for the battery was not installed to the guidelines. The incorrectly placed fuse may increase the risk for 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 inspect the battery fuse location, relocating it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 691.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 691. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Oct 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.
18V435000Received 27 Jun 2018. 153 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec AT40M/S, TA41-48M/S, and L42A aerial devices. The high strength pedestal and turntable fasteners may experience corrosion cracking, causing them to fail.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If enough of the fasteners fail, the pedestal and turntable may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any of the fasteners with a head marking of 3036, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 687.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 687. 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.
18V345000Received 25 May 2018. 18 units.
Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec TA48S aerial devices. The travel height of these vehicles may be greater than the indicated height on the decal that is located on the chassis dashboard.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the travel height is higher than what is indicated on the decal, the vehicle may unexpectedly strike an overhead obstruction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will measure the vehicle's travel height, and if height is different than what is on the decals, the decals will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 682.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CSN 682. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 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.
18V035000Received 11 Jan 2018. 29 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 AT Aerial Devices mounted on Ford F-550 chassis. A circuit breaker located under the hood may contact the hood, potentially resulting in an electrical short.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will update the circuit breaker bracket and install a insulating chafe pad, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 675.
Report filed by Altec Industries Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number MAB 675. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Jan 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.

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Recall Register. 2017 Altec Aerial Device: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/altec/aerial-device/2017/. 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 2017 Altec Aerial Device?: 61,671 units in 38 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. 38 of them name the 2017 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2017 Altec Aerial Device open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.