Boom/crane/ladder: motor/hydraulic pumpRecall 21V-998 · 2017–2021 Altec Aerial Device
Altec Industries, Inc. recall 21V-998 covers 150 2017–2021 Altec Aerial Device for a boom/crane/ladder: motor/hydraulic pump problem, reported to NHTSA on December 20, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q4) shows 57% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V998000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2021 AN67-E100, AA67-E100, AN67, AA67, and AN55-E88 aerial devices. The hydraulic plumbing to the lift cylinders of the lower and upper booms could be connected incorrectly, allowing the boom to overextend.
The 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.
The fix
Altec will inspect and correct the plumbing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 842.
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
57%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.