NHTSA Recall 18V379000: Electrical system
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V379000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 686 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 7, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 6, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Altec Aerial Devices and Digger Derrick vehicles. The high voltage grounding system may be equipped with improperly sized cable connection receptacles causing the high voltage grounding system to fail.
Safety risk
If the grounding system fails, the user has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the high voltage grounding system cable ring terminal connectors and replace any that are improperly sized, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 686.
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 18V379000
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.