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NHTSA Recall 17V236000: Structure

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 199 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Altec Aerial Device.

199
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (April 7)
NHTSA campaign17V236000
Manufacturer campaignCSN 654
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedApril 7, 2017
Owner notificationApril 7, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 AM547, AM650, 855, 862 Aerial Devices and AM650 and 855 Elevators. The fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may fail without warning.

Safety risk

If the upper boom were to fail during operation, it would increase the risk of serious injury or death.

Remedy

Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fiberglass upper boom, free charge. The recall began on April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 654.

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 17V236000

Make and modelModel years
Altec Aerial Device2004, 2005

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.