2005 Altec Telescoping Aerial Device problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment:mechanical:winch 2017-01-09 · campaign 17V009000 · 617 vehicles
Defect: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2005-2016 TA37M, TA41M, TA45M telescoping aerial devices. The winch brake on these vehicles may be improperly oriented, possibly resulting in unexpected winch line movement.
Risk: If the winch boom line unexpectedly moves, there may be an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will reverse the direction of the winch brake and check and adjust the winch brake torque setting, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 643.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.