Fiberglass upper boom failure
Defect Summary
Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 am547, am650, 855, 862 aerial devices and am650 and 855 elevators. The fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may fail without warning.
Safety Consequence
If the upper boom were to fail during operation, it would increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fiberglass upper boom, free charge. the recall began on april 7, 2017. Owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 654.
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FAQ: Recall 17V236000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V236000?
NHTSA recall 17V236000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on April 7, 2017. It addresses: Fiberglass upper boom failure. The recall affects approximately 199 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 17V236000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 654. 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.