NHTSA Recall 14V503000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 51 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V503000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 603 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | August 15, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 15, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Safety risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
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 14V503000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec Aerial Device | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Altec Digger Derrick | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.