Rotation bearing fasteners may fail
Defect Summary
Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 altec ah125, hl125 and ah150 aerial devices manufactured january 7, 2013, to january 2, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the rotation bearing fasteners may fail.
Safety Consequence
If the fasteners that attach the aerial device to the truck fail, the boom may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of personal injury or death to the aerial device user or those nearby.
Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners and instruct users to complete their annual torque inspection. any bolts that break during the inspection will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on july 22, 2015. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 620.
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FAQ: Recall 15V398000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V398000?
NHTSA recall 15V398000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on June 23, 2015. It addresses: Rotation bearing fasteners may fail. The recall affects approximately 23 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 15V398000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 620. 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.