CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Altec Aerial Device has 26 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2016 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.
Cracks in Aerial Device Frame Can Cause Separation
Cracks may develop in the legs of the mounting frame on certain aerial devices, which can cause the mounting frame side plate to break.
Battery Cables May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Cables in the engine compartment of certain aerial devices may rub against the vehicle's hood.
Pole rack may crack and drop, risking injury
Certain Altec digger derricks and aerial devices may be missing a weld at the base of the rear pole rack.
Weld may crack, letting auger bracket detach from boom
Certain 2015-2022 DT65 and DT85 aerial devices may have a weld between the base boom and the auger stow bracket that could crack.
Loose Fuel Line Clamps Can Leak Fuel and Cause Fire
Certain aerial devices from model years 2016 through 2021 may have chassis fuel line clamps that were not properly secured after being removed to install an aftermarket accessory.
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.
Aerial Device Bolts May Break, Pedestal Could Separate
Certain 2016-2021 LS87 aerial devices may have rotation bearing bolt washers that interfere with an adjacent pedestal weld.
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.
Missing capacity chart on aerial device controls can raise injury risk
Certain 2016-2020 Altec digger derricks and aerial devices set up for combined use, and equipped with radio remote upper controls, have only the derrick use capacity chart.
Boom May Move Unexpectedly, Risking Injury
On certain aerial devices built on International N9/N10 chassis, the engine idle can rise suddenly during an HC Desorb cycle.
Tow Hitch May Fail If Overloaded, Raising Crash Risk
Certain aerial devices and body-only units with Class 3 tow hitches may have incorrect load rating markings.
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.
Aerial Device May Become Unstable and Overturn
Altec Industries is recalling certain 2016 through 2019 Altec aerial devices, including specific 2017-2019 LS60 units.
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 Device Can Run Without Outriggers, Risking Collapse
This recall covers certain 2016-2019 LR7 Series aerial devices.
Converter Can Fail and Cause a Fire
Certain 2015-2017 Altec aerial devices, including TA45M and AM50/55 models equipped with a 500W DC-DC converter, may have a converter that can fail.
Aerial Lift Platform Can Move Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
Certain aerial devices with aluminum work platforms have platform mounting holes that may fail.
Battery Terminal May Short Against Hood, Risking Fire
A battery disconnect bracket's positive stud on certain 2016-2017 aerial device and service body vehicles may contact the hood.
Grounding System May Fail, Raising Injury Risk
Certain 2016-2017 aerial devices and digger derrick units may have improperly sized cable connection receptacles in the high voltage grounding system.
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.
Wiring Can Rub and Short Circuit, Creating Fire Risk
A cable in the idle mitigation system may have been installed improperly, so it can rub against an electrical component and cause a short circuit.
Winch Motor Shaft May Fail, Causing Sudden Movement
Certain 2015-2016 Altec aerial devices and digger derrick trucks, built between December 26, 2015 and March 30, 2016 and equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, may have a hydraulic motor whose shaft can fail.
2016 Altec Aerial Device questions
Does the 2016 Altec Aerial Device have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 26 safety recalls for the 2016 Altec Aerial Device: Cable step may detach, raising injury risk; Cracks in Aerial Device Frame Can Cause Separation; Battery Cables May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Pole rack may crack and drop, risking injury; Weld may crack, letting auger bracket detach from boom. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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