2018 ALTEC AT200A
3 recalls, 3 complaints - 2 TSBs
24V952000 Dec 20, 2024
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Ford E350 van chassis equipped with a AT200A devices. The units mounted on certain Ford E350 van chassis with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 4050 and 4200 pounds, may fail at high loads due to a defect in the front axle.
Consequence
Overload of the front axle capacity could cause it to fail and instability, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford dealers will install front springs, insulators, and nuts, free of charge. Additionally, a new label will be provided to indicate the upgraded gross axle weight rating. Owner notification letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Alte... Read more
22V469000 Jun 30, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2022 van mounted AT200A and AT30G vehicles. The ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet may not provide adequate circuit protection against an electrical overload condition.
Consequence
An overloaded electrical circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will install a new GFCI outlet with a circuit-breaker and new wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 29, 2022. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3008.
20V187000 Mar 30, 2020
TIRES:MARKINGS
Defect Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AT200A vehicles built on Ford E-350 Cutaway chassis. The rear tire size and load rating may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded.
Consequence
An overload condition may reduce the vehicle's stability or result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires and replace any that are not the correct size and load rating, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 10, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2023
The aftermarket Headlight sales and some newer model cars have gotten out of control trying to be the BRIGHTEST headlight on the road !! I don't know if it's the brightness or the aiming of them, but they are a huge hazard !! I remember in the old days Headlight amining was part of the annual inspe... Read more
STEERING
Dec 10, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2023
I was driving down the road about to start slowing down at a stop sign, then my steering wheel started to shake and I got a warning on my dash that my power steering system needed assistance and my steering wheel now is very hard to turn. I had to drive it back home and it was very difficult to turn... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 10, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2023
My 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid braking system has, since about 18 months ago, been intermittently failing. When coming to a stop, with my foot on the break, the break releases (or at least feels like it does) before coming to a full stop and then re-engages a moment later once I press harder. Su... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 ALTEC AT200A
2 manufacturer communications from 2 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 |
SIL 779
Dec 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has discovered that the protective fabric hose sock used on the hoses running from the fiberglass upper boom to the platform may extend into the insulating portion of the upper boom. This can cause the dielectric performance of the un
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 AT200A - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ALTEC AT200A across all model years (2006, 2024).
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Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
ALTEC AT200A - Year by Year
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