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NHTSA Recall 18V552000: Structure

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 530 vehicles. It affects 2008–2018 Altec Aerial Device.

530
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (October 19)
NHTSA campaign18V552000
Manufacturer campaignCSN 689
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedAugust 22, 2018
Owner notificationOctober 19, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Aerial Devices equipped with aluminum work platforms. The platform mounting holes may fail, causing the platform to move unexpectedly.

Safety risk

If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket reinforcing kit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 17, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 689.

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 18V552000

Make and modelModel years
Altec Aerial Device2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

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.