Altec Recalls 2019-2022 Aerial Devices for Electrical Safety Defect
Altec is recalling 2019-2022 AT335 aerial devices because an inverter-powered outlet may lack ground-fault protection, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
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 (electrical system) with a stated risk of injury or fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury or property-damage reports.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2022 AT335 aerial devices. The recall addresses a defect where an inverter-powered outlet may have been installed at the aerial boom tip without ground-fault interrupter (GFCI) protection.
An outlet without GFCI protection may fail to shut off electrical power when a ground-fault occurs, which increases the risk of injury or fire. This defect affects the electrical system of the vehicle.
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and install a GFCI outlet as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 25, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's 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 Device
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 18
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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