CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 AH75, AH85, and AH100 Aerial Devices manufactured January 10, 2008, to December 31, 2015. The affected units have a hydraulic pressure control valve that may allow the aerial device to move even when not told to do so.
- Risk
- An aerial device that moves unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to the operator.
- Remedy
- Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pressure control valves, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.
- Notes
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain aerial devices have a hydraulic pressure control valve that may allow the device to move even when the operator has not commanded it to. Unexpected movement of the aerial device increases the risk of injury to the operator.
Altec Industries will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the hydraulic pressure control valves free of charge. Owners can contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733 for more information. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your unit is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec AH100 | 201020112012201320142015 |
|---|---|
| Altec AH75 | 201020112012201320142015 |
| Altec AH85 | 201020112012201320142015 |