Recall 18V553000: 2017–2018 Altec Aerial Device
- Report received
- Aug 22, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 40vehicles
- Model years
- 2017–2018
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 2017-2018 Altec LS63 Aerial Devices. The fuse for the battery was not installed to the guidelines. The incorrectly placed fuse may increase the risk for an electrical short.
Possible consequence
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse location, relocating it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 691.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2017 Altec Aerial Device0 complaints
- 2018 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.