NHTSA Recall 16V536000: Winch (equipment)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 252 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V536000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 635 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › WINCH |
| Report received | July 14, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 26, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles equipped with front bumper winches or capstans, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. The affected vehicles have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected movement of the winch or the capstan.
Safety risk
Unexpected winch movement may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic motor, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 635.
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 16V536000
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.