EquipmentRecall 19V-578 · 2018–2019 Altec Aerial Device
Altec Industries Inc. recall 19V-578 covers 118 2018–2019 Altec Aerial Device for a equipment problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q4) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V578000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2019 LR7, TA50, TA55, TA60 and TDA58 Aerial Devices. The high strength fasteners used to secure the pedestal to the turntable may fail.
The risk
If the fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from turntable, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
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
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 10, 2018 to July 20, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.