The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V303000·Announced 2019-04-15

Altec Recalls 2017-2018 Aerial Devices Due to Fastener Failure Risk

Altec is recalling 2017-2018 aerial devices because turntable fasteners may fail, potentially causing the pedestal and turntable to separate.

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 where component failure may cause separation, explicitly increasing the risk of death or injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, TA50, TA55, TA60, and TA45M-T50 Aerial Devices. The recall involves 153 units where the fasteners used to secure the turntable to the pedestal may fail.

If multiple fasteners fail, the pedestal and turntable may separate, increasing the risk of death or injury. This structural defect poses a significant safety hazard to operators and bystanders.

Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the defective fasteners free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 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 Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
153

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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