NHTSA Recall 18V345000: Labels (equipment) and structure
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2017 Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V345000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 682 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; STRUCTURE |
| Report received | May 25, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 18, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017 Altec TA48S aerial devices. The travel height of these vehicles may be greater than the indicated height on the decal that is located on the chassis dashboard.
Safety risk
If the travel height is higher than what is indicated on the decal, the vehicle may unexpectedly strike an overhead obstruction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will measure the vehicle's travel height, and if height is different than what is on the decals, the decals will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 682.
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 18V345000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec Aerial Device | 2017 |
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.