NHTSA Recall 10V610000: Equipment
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 161 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Altec AA500.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V610000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MAB 540 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | December 6, 2010 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec is recalling certain model year 1994-1997 service vehicles built from september 1994 through march 1997, and equipped with aerial devices with boom lift cylinder part number 350-40094. The hydraulic cylinder as manufactured could fail when subject to frequent tensile loading.
Safety risk
Failure of the lower boom lift cylinder can cause death or serious injury.
Remedy
Altec will replace the hydraulic cylinders free of charge. The safety recall began on december 15, 2010. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec safety recall no. Mab 540.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V610000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec AA500 | 1996 |
| Altec Am | 1995, 1996 |
| Altec AM450 | 1995, 1996 |
| Altec AM600 | 1995, 1996 |
| Altec AM600-E76 | 1996 |
| Altec AM755 | 1995, 1996 |
| Altec AM800 | 1996, 1997 |
| Altec AM900 | 1996, 1997 |
| Altec An | 1995, 1996 |
| Altec AN543 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Altec AN546 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Altec AN650 | 1994, 1997 |
| Altec AN755 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.