The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V060000·Announced 2022-02-03

Altec Recalls 2021 Aerial Devices Due to Unintended Boom Movement

Altec is recalling 2021 AH125 aerial devices because a defective component may cause the boom to move unexpectedly, 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 where the boom may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of injury, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 AH125 aerial devices. The recall addresses a defect in the linear potentiometer used for boom positioning control. When operating the boom positioning control lever, this defective component may cause the boom to move in an unintended direction.

The unintended movement of the boom increases the risk of injury to operators or nearby individuals. Altec will inspect the linear potentiometer manufacturer date and replace the potentiometer if necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 for assistance. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 847. 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.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
47

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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