2001 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
4 recalls, 0 complaints - 3 TSBs
18V110000 Feb 14, 2018
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1997-2017 LRV, and LR7 Aerial devices. The platform leveling yoke may fail, possibly causing an occupant to fall from the platform.
Consequence
Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the platform to fall out, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and will inspect the leveling system to verify the correct alignment, replacing any improperly aligned yokes, free of charge. The recall began on April 11, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 672.
14V745000 Nov 21, 2014
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 1999-2014 aerial devices models A65, A70, A75, A72-, A/77-T, A82-T, A72-TE88, and A77-TE93 manufactured January 1, 1999, to July 15, 2014. The affected aerial devices may have an improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer which relieve... Read more
Consequence
In cooler temperatures, the improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer may result in inadvertent boom movement, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant or those nearby.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace and install a pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began in January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 609.
14V503000 Aug 15, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was... Read more
Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
11V389000 Aug 1, 2011
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Defect Description
ALTEC IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997-2009 AERIAL DEVICES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1997 THROUGH JULY 2009, EQUIPPED WITH A BCM 44B ELECTRICAL LEAKAGE MONITORING SYSTEM. THE METER WAS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED AND THE WIRING MAY COME LOOSE; HOWEVER, THE METER COULD STILL INDICATE THAT IT IS WORKING P... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE OF THE LEAKAGE MONITORING SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN THE USER TOUCHING A CONDUCTOR, UNAWARE THAT IT MAY BE ENERGIZED AND RISKING ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION.
Remedy
ALTEC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALTEC AT 1-877-462-5832.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
3 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
PA713
Oct 5, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Product advisory posted on our web site to inform owners, user, & operators that the new ANSI A92.2-2021 standard has taken effect and they must review. The standard has changed some of the responsibilities of the parties who use or operat
PUN 2020B
Apr 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Product Update Notice 2020B reminded customers that they may be unable to store necessary equipment in the body of the cutaway van without exceeding the rear axle capacity. For customers who are not satisfied with the remaining capacity of
No comms 2021-12
Jan 3, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2021 for Altec Industries, Inc.
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE across all model years (1995, 2026).
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Total Recalls
1
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE - Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 13 | 1 | View |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 22 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 25 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 29 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 36 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 38 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 26 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2001 (current) | 4 | 0 | |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 | View |