Mechanical: boom/crane/ladderRecall 22V-071 · Altec vehicles
Altec Industries, Inc. recall 22V-071 covers 167 Altec vehicles for a mechanical: boom/crane/ladder problem, reported to NHTSA on February 9, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 54% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V071000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2021 DC and DM Series Digger Derricks and AM series Aerial Devices. The unit subbase may develop cracks in the bulkhead plate, which can cause the shear plates to fail.
The risk
Shear plate failure can result in the separation of the subbase and truck frame, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will inspect the bulkhead plate, and add a reinforcement plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 851.
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
54%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.