NHTSA Recall 22V071000: Boom/crane/ladder (equipment)
Altec Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 167 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V071000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 851 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › BOOM/CRANE/LADDER |
| Report received | February 9, 2022 |
| Owner notification | April 8, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2021 DC and DM Series Digger Derricks and AM series Aerial Devices. The unit subbase may develop cracks in the bulkhead plate, which can cause the shear plates to fail.
Safety risk
Shear plate failure can result in the separation of the subbase and truck frame, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will inspect the bulkhead plate, and add a reinforcement plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 851.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V071000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec Aerial Device | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Altec Digger Derrick | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.