Recall 23V525000: 2022–2023 Altec Aerial Device, 2022–2023 Altec Digger Derrick
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 27, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 535
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT, TA, L44, L45, LR8, AA, AM, AN) and D series Digger Derricks (DH, DL, DM, DT). The power inverter that converts electrical DC power to AC power may have been installed without a circuit breaker to protect the AC output circuit.
The risk
Without a circuit breaker, the AC circuit may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Altec will install a 20-amp circuit breaker in the AC circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3103.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V525000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 3103
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 21, 2023
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System)
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