repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure: frame and members
Risk. A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
2021 Altec Aerial DeviceProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2021 Altec Aerial Device. It is covered by 22 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-146 the manufacturer reports only 2% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 29, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Altec Aerial Device has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
22 recalls
2021 Altec Aerial Device recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Mechanical: boom/crane/ladder
Risk. Uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Structure: body
Risk. Loose fasteners can allow the welder to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system
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.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Risk. An active braking system that fails to activate as intended increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Emergency: siren/lighting/strobes
Risk. An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Structure: body
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.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Mechanical: boom/crane/ladder
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.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Mechanical: boom/crane/ladder
Risk. A cracked weld may allow the auger bracket to detach from the boom, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. A blown fuse can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Equipment
Risk. Elevated levels of carbon monoxide gas may not be detected, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. Unsecured fuel lines may become damaged and leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Boom/crane/ladder: turntable
Risk. Broken bolts can cause separation of the pedestal and turntable, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Mechanical: boom/crane/ladder
Risk. Shear plate failure can result in the separation of the subbase and truck frame, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Boom/crane/ladder: turntable
Risk. Broken bolts can cause the pedestal to separate from the turntable, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Mechanical: boom/crane/ladder
Risk. The boom moving in an unintended direction increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Boom/crane/ladder: motor/hydraulic pump
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Boom/crane/ladder: turntable
Risk. Broken bolts can cause the pedestal to separate from the turntable, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment
Risk. Uncontrollable boom movement increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment
Risk. Overloaded bolts can fail, causing the pedestal to separate and increasing the risk of injury or death.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment
Risk. Unintended movement of the lower and upper booms increases the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Altec.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Aerial Device year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Aerial Device median. How we score
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- Caution
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