Recall 18V138000: 2004–2005 Altec Aerial Device
- Report received
- Feb 27, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 59vehicles
- Model years
- 2004–2005
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 AM547, AM650, AM855 and AM862 Aerial Devices, and AM650 and AM855 Elevator vehicles. The fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may degrade over time and fail.
Possible consequence
Failure of the fiberglass upper boom may increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom for degradation, and replace the boom if necessary, free of charge or buy back the chassis and unit. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 676.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2004 Altec Aerial Device0 complaints
- 2005 Altec Aerial Device0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.