Altec Recalls Aerial Devices Due to Platform Mounting Hole Failure Risk
Altec Industries is recalling 2008-2018 Aerial Devices with aluminum work platforms because mounting holes may fail, causing unexpected movement and injury risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (platform mounting failure) that poses a significant risk of injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2008-2018 Aerial Devices equipped with aluminum work platforms. The recall addresses a defect where the platform mounting holes may fail, which can cause the platform to move unexpectedly.
If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury to the operator or bystanders. The recall affects 530 units. Owners will be notified by Altec, and dealers will install a bracket reinforcing kit free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on October 17, 2018.
Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 689. 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.
The recalled product
- Product
- ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Aerial Work Platform
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 530
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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