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NHTSA Recall 20V301000: Labels (equipment) and trailer hitches

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 396 vehicles. It affects 2014–2020 Altec Aerial Device.

396
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (July 24)
NHTSA campaign20V301000
Manufacturer campaignCSN 761
ComponentsEQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; TRAILER HITCHES
Report receivedMay 26, 2020
Owner notificationJuly 24, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Aerial Devices and body only units equipped with Class 3 towing hitches. The tow hitch may have incorrect load rating markings, and may have been damaged by unintentional overloading.

Safety risk

If the tow hitch is overloaded, the hitch may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners and provide instructions for inspecting the bumper and receiver tube for damage and repairing as necessary and installing the proper hitch load rating placards on the unit. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 761.

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 20V301000

Make and modelModel years
Altec Aerial Device2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

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.