The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·14V001000·Announced 2014-01-02

Altec AH75, AH85, and AH100 Vehicles Recalled for Control Module Defect

Altec is recalling 2010-2013 AH75, AH85, and AH100 vehicles because moisture in the control module plug may cause the boom or platform to move unexpectedly.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 AH75, AH85, and AH100 vehicles manufactured from April 1, 2010, through November 20, 2013. The recall affects 168 units.

The defect involves moisture potentially entering the control module plug, which may result in inadvertent movement of the boom or platform. This unexpected movement increases the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the control module wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Customers may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC AH100, AH75, AH85
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
168

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • AH100
  • AH75
  • AH85

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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