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2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE Safety Overview

The 2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 16 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:frame and members
  • Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
  • Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder:turntable

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 25V562000

Altec Industries Inc.

A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 25V562000: A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/29/2025
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 24V015000

Altec Industries, Inc.

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 24V015000: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/11/2024
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 21V884000

Altec Industries, Inc.

A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V884000: A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/15/2021
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 21V736000

Altec Industries, Inc.

A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V736000: A broken side plate may result in pedestal and truck frame separation... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2021
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 21V409000

Altec Industries, Inc.

Unintended movement of the lower and upper booms increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V409000: Unintended movement of the lower and upper booms increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/1/2021
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 19V602000

Altec Industries Inc.

If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can increase the risk of an injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 19V602000: If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/15/2019
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 19V483000

Altec Industries Inc.

Loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V483000: Loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/21/2019
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 18V552000

Altec Industries Inc.

If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 18V552000: If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/22/2018
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 18V348000

Altec Industries Inc.

An overloaded receiver tube could detach, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V348000: An overloaded receiver tube could detach, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2018
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 18V110000

Altec Industries Inc.

Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the platform to fall out, increasing their risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 18V110000: Failure of the platform leveling yoke can cause the occupant of the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/14/2018
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 17V560000

Altec Industries Inc.

The jib mast may bend and fail, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby.

NHTSA Recall 17V560000: The jib mast may bend and fail, increasing the risk of injury to those nearby. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/11/2017
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 15V473000

Altec Industries Inc.

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.

NHTSA Recall 15V473000: If the aerial device is operated while the outrigger is not properly... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/28/2015
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 15V101000

Altec Industries Inc.

If the module overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V101000: If the module overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/23/2015
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 15V096000

Altec Industries, Inc.

If the cylinder lug castings crack, they may fail, resulting in unintended movement of the boom, increasing the risk of personal injury or death to the aerial device user or those nearby.

NHTSA Recall 15V096000: If the cylinder lug castings crack, they may fail, resulting in unintended... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/19/2015
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 14V745000

Altec Industries Inc.

In cooler temperatures, the improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer may result in inadvertent boom movement, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant or those nearby.

NHTSA Recall 14V745000: In cooler temperatures, the improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/21/2014
2012 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE 14V503000

Altec Industries, Inc.

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 14V503000: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/15/2014

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.