Battery cable may short
Defect Summary
Altec industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 at200a, at235/235p, at237, at248f, at35/37-g, and at40-g aerial devices built on ford f550 chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating of 19,500lbs. the battery cable going to the unit auxiliary functions could be damaged and possibly short to ground.
Safety Consequence
If the battery cable shorts to ground, it may overheat, resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action
Altec began notifying affected owners on april 24, 2013. dealers will re-route the auxiliary function battery cables. owners may contact altec at 1-800-860-0183. altec's recall number is csn 565.
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FAQ: Recall 13V224000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V224000?
NHTSA recall 13V224000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on May 29, 2013. It addresses: Battery cable may short. The recall affects approximately 761 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V224000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 565. 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.