NHTSA Recall 14V308000: Equipment
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 120 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Altec AH100.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V308000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 598 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | June 4, 2014 |
| Owner notification | August 4, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 AH75, AH85, and AH100 Aerial Devices manufactured October 2009 through December 2012. The affected devices may allow electricity to be conducted through the boom due to water entering into the fiberglass layers. Additionally, the joint connecting the fiberglass insert and the steel boom components may fail.
Safety risk
A fiberglass lower boom insert that can conduct electricity increases the risk of electrocution to the operator should the boom contact a power line. If the joint between the fiberglass insert and the steel boom component fails, the boom may fall, putting the operator at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will do supplemental dielectric testing and replace the lower boom, free of charge. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 598.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V308000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec AH100 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Altec AH75 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Altec AH85 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.