Mechanical: winchRecall 19V-602 · 2012–2019 Altec Aerial Device

Altec Industries Inc. recall 19V-602 covers 23 2012–2019 Altec Aerial Device for a mechanical: winch problem, reported to NHTSA on August 15, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q1) shows 87% of affected vehicles repaired.

87%
Vehicles repaired20 of 23 · 2021 Q1
Vehicles affected231 model
ReportedAug 15, 2019Owners notified Oct 7, 2019
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 19V602000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

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.

What to do

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.

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.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

87%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2019 Q42021 Q1
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from July 15, 2012 to July 15, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.