Counterweight attachment brackets
Defect Summary
Altec is recalling certain at35-g, at37-g, at235, and at237 aerial devices manufactured from january 2005 through october 2008. These units are equipped with billet steel counterweight that is welded in place. in the event of weld failure, the counterweight may fall out while travelling.
Safety Consequence
If these steel pieces fall in the path of the vehicle or other traffic, a vehicle crash involving death or serious injury may result.
Corrective Action
Altec has developed kits to improve the attachment of the billet steel counterweights. customers at their option may perform the repair or have a dealer install the kit free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during april 2011. owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Altec Industries, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 11V197000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V197000?
NHTSA recall 11V197000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on March 28, 2011. It addresses: Counterweight attachment brackets. The recall affects approximately 832 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V197000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.