The 2012 Altec Aerial Device has 16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2012 Altec Aerial Device recalls
Cable step may detach, raising injury risk
Certain aerial device, digger derrick, and service body utility vehicles may have a cable step wire rope assembly that is improperly secured.
Battery Cables May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Cables in the engine compartment of certain aerial devices may rub against the vehicle's hood.
Cracks May Cause Aerial Device Mounting Frame to Break Free
Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame on these aerial devices.
Cracked Mounting Frame Could Separate From Truck
Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame on certain 2011-2016 AT200A aerial devices.
Boom Can Move Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
Certain aerial device units have lower and upper boom raise spools that can shift after the joystick or control interlock is released.
Winch Can Overload and Risk Injury or Death
Certain 2012-2019 aerial devices may have a recovery winch valve that allows the winch to lift more than its rated capacity.
Air Brake Pressure Can Be Lost, Raising Crash Risk
Certain aerial device and utility trucks may be missing pressure protection valves in their accessory air systems, and the air-cushioned pintle hook may be connected to the wrong air lines.
Aerial Lift Platform Can Move Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
Certain aerial devices with aluminum work platforms have platform mounting holes that may fail.
Trailer hitch may overload and detach, raising crash risk
Certain Altec aerial devices with a pintle hook mounted into a Class 3 receiver tube were shipped without a placard stating the maximum allowable towing limit.
Platform Yoke Can Fail, Risking Operator Falls
The platform leveling yoke on certain aerial devices may fail.
Jib mast may bend under load, risking injury nearby
Certain 2011-2017 Altec LS63 aerial devices have a jib mast that may bend when under load.
Boom Can Become Unstable If Outriggers Not Deployed
Certain aerial devices may fail to detect whether the outriggers are properly deployed.
Electrical Short Can Overheat Module and Cause Fire
Certain 2012-2014 Altec Digger Derrick and Aerial Device utility vehicles, built on Freightliner chassis, may have an electrical problem.
Cracked Boom Cylinder Lugs Can Cause Unintended Boom Movement
The base end lug casting on the upper boom drive cylinder may develop cracks.
2012 Altec Aerial Device questions
Does the 2012 Altec Aerial Device have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls for the 2012 Altec Aerial Device: Cable step may detach, raising injury risk; Battery Cables May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Cracks May Cause Aerial Device Mounting Frame to Break Free; Cracked Mounting Frame Could Separate From Truck; Boom Can Move Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Altec Aerial Device has been fixed?
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