The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·24V015000·Announced 2024-01-11

2004-2023 Altec Aerial Devices recalled for engine compartment cable fire risk

Altec is recalling certain 2004-2023 AT Series aerial devices because cables in the engine compartment may contact the hood, damaging the cables and causing a short circuit that increases fire risk. Free repair available through Altec.

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: This recall involves electrical cable damage that increases fire risk, fitting the 'High' severity category. No injuries or fires have been reported, and the hazard is theoretical per the source, keeping the score below 4 despite the serious nature of fire risk.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2004-2023 AT Series aerial devices. The affected vehicles are work platforms and aerial lifts produced during this model year range.

The cables in the engine compartment may contact the vehicle's hood, which can damage the cables and cause a short circuit in the electrical system. A short circuit increases the risk of fire.

This recall affects 437 units of the Altec AERIAL DEVICE across model years 2004 through 2023. No injuries or incidents have been reported at this time.

Owners should contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to schedule a free inspection and cable relocation. Altec's recall reference number is CSN-3142. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed on March 8, 2024. Additional information is available at www.nhtsa.gov or by calling the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

The recalled product

Product
2010 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Lift / Work Platform
Hazard
  • electrical-short-circuit
  • fire-risk
Affected units
437

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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