Recall 19V602000: 2012–2019 Altec Aerial Device
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 15, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 23
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can increase the risk of an injury or death.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Altec Aerial Device
- 2013 Altec Aerial Device
- 2014 Altec Aerial Device
- 2015 Altec Aerial Device
- 2016 Altec Aerial Device
- 2017 Altec Aerial Device
- 2018 Altec Aerial Device
- 2019 Altec Aerial Device
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V602000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 734
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 7, 2019
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical:winch (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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