Torsion bar weld failure
Defect Summary
Altec industries, inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2013 at237, and 2013-2014 at3x-g, at40-g, and at248f aerial trucks manufactured august 2013 through april 2014, built on ford f-450 and f-550 chassis, and equipped with front "stable ride" torsion bars. these torsion bars have welds that could fail.
Safety Consequence
If the torsion bar welds fail, the vehicle may become unstable, increasing the risk of injury to the operator using the aerial device.
Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front torsion bars and replace any that have deficient welds, free of charge. the recall began in august 2014. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 599.
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FAQ: Recall 14V357000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V357000?
NHTSA recall 14V357000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on June 19, 2014. It addresses: Torsion bar weld failure. The recall affects approximately 258 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V357000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 599. 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.