Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V552000 Reported August 22, 2018

Platform mounting hole failure

Altec Industries, Inc. · N/A · 530 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V552000
Manufacturer Campaign
CSN 689
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
530
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 22, 2018
Completion Rate
62.45

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 aerial devices equipped with aluminum work platforms. the platform mounting holes may fail, causing the platform to move unexpectedly.

Safety Consequence

If the platform moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket reinforcing kit, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin october 17, 2018. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. altec's number for this recall is csn 689.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18V552000 or campaign CSN 689.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V552000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18V552000?

NHTSA recall 18V552000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on August 22, 2018. It addresses: Platform mounting hole failure. The recall affects approximately 530 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 18V552000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 689. 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.