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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 19V779📅 Oct 31, 2019

2018–2019 Altec Aerial Device recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2019 AT200A, AT235, AT235P, AT37-G, AT40-G and AT248F Aerial Devices. The aerial devices have not been stability tested in accordance with ANSI A92.2.

💥 The risk

An unstable aerial device may suddenly collapse, increasing the risk of injury or death.

🔧 The fix

Altec will notify owners, instructing them to perform a stability test. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
19V779000
Manufacturer recall #
CSN 741
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Vehicles affected
15
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-877-462-5832
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 16, 2019
Built
Nov 15, 2018 – Jul 15, 2019
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V779 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V779?

2018–2019 Altec Aerial Device. 15 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Altec dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-462-5832.