NHTSA Recall 11V197000: Equipment
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 832 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Altec AT200A.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V197000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | March 28, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec is recalling certain at35-g, at37-g, at235, and at237 aerial devices manufactured from january 2005 through october 2008. These units are equipped with billet steel counterweight that is welded in place. In the event of weld failure, the counterweight may fall out while travelling.
Safety risk
If these steel pieces fall in the path of the vehicle or other traffic, a vehicle crash involving death or serious injury may result.
Remedy
Altec has developed kits to improve the attachment of the billet steel counterweights. Customers at their option may perform the repair or have a dealer install the kit free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
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 11V197000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec AT200A | 2006, 2007 |
| Altec AT235P | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Altec AT237 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Altec AT35-G | 2009 |
| Altec AT37-G | 2009 |
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.