Altec Aerial Device problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1 owner complaints and 86 recalls on file for the Altec Aerial Device (2005–2026).

Complaints
1
Recalls
86
Model years
22
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

200520072009201120132015201720192021120232025
NHTSA complaints per Altec Aerial Device model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Altec Aerial Device model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Aerial Device00002—
2025 Aerial Device00007—
2024 Aerial Device000010—
2023 Aerial Device100013—
2022 Aerial Device000012—
2021 Aerial Device000022—
2020 Aerial Device000025—
2019 Aerial Device000029—
2018 Aerial Device000036—
2017 Aerial Device000038—
2016 Aerial Device000026—
2015 Aerial Device000020—
2014 Aerial Device000019—
2013 Aerial Device000016—
2012 Aerial Device000016—
2011 Aerial Device000012—
2010 Aerial Device00009—
2009 Aerial Device000010—
2008 Aerial Device00009—
2007 Aerial Device00008—
2006 Aerial Device00008—
2005 Aerial Device00009—

Most common Altec Aerial Device problem areas (all years)

    Altec Aerial Device recalls

    • Recall 26V247000Apr 17, 202636 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

      Risk: While driving, the brakes may activate unexpectedly without the driver's input, increasing the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 26V150000Mar 13, 202610,875 vehiclesModel years 2023–2026

      Risk: An incorrect pressure rating may lead to underinflated tires, increasing the risk of a tire blowout or a crash.

    • Recall 25V890000Dec 18, 2025152 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025

      Risk: Wiring without adequate protection may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 25V629000Sep 19, 2025135 vehiclesModel years 2023–2025

      Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 25V581000Sep 5, 202519 vehiclesModel years 2024–2025

      Risk: An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 25V562000Aug 29, 2025903 vehiclesModel years 2012–2025

      Risk: A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.

    • Recall 25V529000Aug 14, 2025124 vehiclesModel years 2024–2025

      Risk: A front bumper that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, the bolts can fail suddenly during winch operation, increasing the risk of injury.

    • Recall 25V288000May 2, 20252,461 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

      Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 25V250000Apr 17, 2025103 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016

      Risk: A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.

    • Recall 24V681000Sep 12, 2024968 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

      Risk: An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 24V439000Jun 13, 20243,425 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

      Risk: Lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 24V362000May 23, 20241,128 vehiclesModel years 2020–2024

      Risk: Uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.

    • Recall 24V015000Jan 11, 2024437 vehiclesModel years 2005–2023

      Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 23V824000Dec 7, 202343 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

      Risk: Loose fasteners can allow the welder to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 23V525000Jul 27, 2023535 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

      Risk: Without a circuit breaker, the AC circuit may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 23V438000Jun 22, 202318 vehiclesModel years 2019–2022

      Risk: An outlet without GFCI protection may fail to shut off electrical power when a ground-fault occurs, increasing the risk of injury or fire.

    • Recall 23V395000Jun 1, 202359 vehiclesModel years 2020–2023

      Risk: An active braking system that fails to activate as intended increases the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 23V357000May 18, 20235,431 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

      Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 23V216000Mar 30, 20231,967 vehiclesModel years 2016–2022

      Risk: 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.

    • Recall 22V794000Oct 21, 202271 vehiclesModel years 2019–2022

      Risk: Outriggers that are not set when loads are being lifted by the jib winch may cause the unit to tip, increasing the risk of injury.

    • Recall 22V613000Aug 10, 2022975 vehiclesModel years 2015–2022

      Risk: A cracked weld may allow the auger bracket to detach from the boom, increasing the risk of injury.

    • Recall 22V577000Aug 4, 2022594 vehiclesModel years 2017–2021

      Risk: A blown fuse can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    • Recall 22V146000Mar 11, 202246 vehiclesModel years 2017–2021

      Risk: Elevated levels of carbon monoxide gas may not be detected, increasing the risk of injury.

    • Recall 22V147000Mar 11, 202227,270 vehiclesModel years 2016–2021

      Risk: Unsecured fuel lines may become damaged and leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

    • Recall 22V071000Feb 9, 2022167 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

      Risk: Shear plate failure can result in the separation of the subbase and truck frame, increasing the risk of injury.

    Other Altec models

    Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology