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NHTSA Recall 18V706000: Structure

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,592 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Altec Aerial Device.

1,592
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2018
owners notified (December 3)
NHTSA campaign18V706000
Manufacturer campaignCSN 695
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedOctober 9, 2018
Owner notificationDecember 3, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Altec LR7, L42A and AT37-G TDA58 aerial devices and DB37, DL/DMB D2/3/4B, and DMB digger derricks, equipped with fiberglass platforms. The step on the outside of the fiberglass platform can break off during normal use.

Safety risk

If the step separates from the platform, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the platform step and replace the platform if the step has separated from the platform and add a platform step reinforcing kit, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 695.

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 18V706000

Make and modelModel years
Altec Aerial Device2017, 2018
Altec Digger Derrick2017, 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.