StructureRecall 17V-236 · 2004–2005 Altec Aerial Device
Altec Industries Inc. recall 17V-236 covers 199 2004–2005 Altec Aerial Device for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on April 7, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q3) shows 63% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V236000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 AM547, AM650, 855, 862 Aerial Devices and AM650 and 855 Elevators. The fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may fail without warning.
The risk
If the upper boom were to fail during operation, it would increase the risk of serious injury or death.
The fix
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fiberglass upper boom, free charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 654.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
63%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 2004 to April 30, 2005. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.