Fiberglass boom may conduct electricity
Defect Summary
Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 ah75, ah85, and ah100 aerial devices manufactured october 2009 through december 2012. the affected devices may allow electricity to be conducted through the boom due to water entering into the fiberglass layers. additionally, the joint connecting the fiberglass insert and the steel boom components may fail.
Safety Consequence
A fiberglass lower boom insert that can conduct electricity increases the risk of electrocution to the operator should the boom contact a power line. if the joint between the fiberglass insert and the steel boom component fails, the boom may fall, putting the operator at an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will do supplemental dielectric testing and replace the lower boom, free of charge. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 598.
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FAQ: Recall 14V308000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V308000?
NHTSA recall 14V308000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on June 4, 2014. It addresses: Fiberglass boom may conduct electricity. The recall affects approximately 120 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 14V308000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 598. 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.