Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2006–2015 Altec Aerial Device

Recall date

July 28, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V473000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,514 units

Why it was recalled

If the aerial device is operated while the outrigger is not properly deployed it can cause instability of the boom, increasing the risk of person injury or death.

What was recalled

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Aerial Devices manufactured from June 1, 2006, through April 1, 2015. The affected aerial devices outrigger interlock control system may not detect proper deployment of the outriggers, allowing for instability of the boom.

What to do

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aerial device with a new outrigger interlock module, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 625.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.