Counterbalance valve crack may allow boom movement
Defect Summary
Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2014 aerial devices manufactured april 1, 2014, to july 18, 2014, and equipped with certain sun hydraulics corporation counterbalance valves. in the affected vehicles, the counterbalance valve may crack, allowing hydraulic fluid to leak, and possibly result in boom movement.
Safety Consequence
Unintended boom movement of the aerial device increases the operator's risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the counterbalance valves, free of charge. The recall began on may 12, 2015. Owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 614.
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FAQ: Recall 15V150000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V150000?
NHTSA recall 15V150000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on March 16, 2015. It addresses: Counterbalance valve crack may allow boom movement. The recall affects approximately 120 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V150000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 614. 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.