Recall 21V-722: 2016–2021 Altec Aerial Device

Altec Industries, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 16, 2021, covering about 94 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-722
Report date
Sep 16, 2021
Vehicles affected
94
Owners notified
Nov 15, 2021

The problem

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 LS87 aerial devices. The outer-race rotation bearing bolt washers may interfere with an adjacent pedestal weld, which could cause the rotation bearing bolts to break.

The risk

Broken bolts can cause the pedestal to separate from the turntable, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Altec will inspect the outer rotation bolt washers and repair the pedestal as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 833.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerAltec Industries, Inc.
ComponentEquipment › Mechanical › Boom/Crane/Ladder › Turntable
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V722000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Altec Aerial Device2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 21V-722?

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2016-2021 LS87 aerial devices. The outer-race rotation bearing bolt washers may interfere with an adjacent pedestal weld, which could cause the rotation bearing bolts to break.

How is recall 21V-722 fixed?

Altec will inspect the outer rotation bolt washers and repair the pedestal as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2021. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 833.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.