Fiberglass boom may fail
Defect Summary
Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2004-2005 am547, am650, am855 and am862 aerial devices, and am650 and am855 elevator vehicles. the fiberglass upper boom on these vehicles may degrade over time and fail.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the fiberglass upper boom may increase the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom for degradation, and replace the boom if necessary, free of charge or buy back the chassis and unit. the recall began on april 30, 2018. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 676.
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FAQ: Recall 18V138000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V138000?
NHTSA recall 18V138000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on February 27, 2018. It addresses: Fiberglass boom may fail. The recall affects approximately 59 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 18V138000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 676. 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.