The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V847000·Announced 2018-11-28

Altec Recalls 2017 Aerial Devices Due to Pedestal Fastener Defect

Altec is recalling 2017 AT37, AT41, and AT48 aerial devices because loose or missing fasteners may cause the pedestal to separate, increasing 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 (pedestal separation) that can cause loss of stability and injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Altec AT37, AT41, and AT48 aerial devices. The recall involves 49 units where some fasteners that secure the pedestal to the chassis may be missing or loose. This defect can cause a loss of stability or separation of the pedestal.

A pedestal that is not secure can increase the risk of injury. Altec will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2019.

Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 706. 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 Device
Hazard
Affected units
49

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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