The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V835000·Announced 2016-11-17

Altec Recalls 1995-1999 Aerial Device Trucks Due to Boom Cylinder Defect

Altec is recalling 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks because a boom lift cylinder defect could cause uncontrolled movement, increasing injury risk.

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 structural vehicle defect that could cause uncontrolled movement and injury, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks manufactured between May 1, 1995, and August 15, 1999. These vehicles are equipped with Rosenboom Machine and Tool lower boom lift cylinders. The recall affects 2,194 units.

The defect involves the cylinder end gland, which could fail. This failure may result in uncontrolled boom movement, which increases the risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom and repair or replace the cylinder free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Device Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
2,194

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 (1)

  • AERIAL DEVICE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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