Recall 14V745 affects 1,907 1999-2014 Altec Aerial Device units for an improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 1,907 1999-2014 Aerial Device units because an improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer can relieve excessive backpressure in the hydraulic tank circuit. In cooler temperatures, that defect can cause inadvertent boom movement and raise the risk of injury to the occupant or people nearby; Altec dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 1999-2014 Altec Aerial Device uses hydraulic oil to move and hold the boom under operator control. A hydraulic bypass kit manages pressure in the tank circuit, which is the return side of the hydraulic system. The pressure transducer is the sensor that tells the system when to relieve excess pressure.
On affected units, the variable pressure transducer on the bypass kit was set incorrectly. In severe cold operation, especially when the hydraulic oil warm-up procedure is not followed, that setting lets pressure build in the wrong way. The result is continued boom movement after the operator releases the controls. The recall replaces the adjustable part with a factory-set pressure switch.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat any boom movement after the controls are released as a failure condition, and keep operators clear of the boom path until the repair is complete.
Who's affected?
The scope runs from the 1999 through 2014 model years, with the same equipment category listed for each year.
| 2003 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2014 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2013 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2002 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2008 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2009 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2011 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2000 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 1999 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2005 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2006 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2012 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2007 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2001 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2010 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| 2004 Altec Aerial Device | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,907 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
In cooler temperatures, an improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer can allow unintended boom movement, which increases the risk of injury to the occupant or people nearby. Keep bystanders clear, stop using the boom if it moves unexpectedly, and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 1999-2014 Altec Aerial Device is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Altec dealer to schedule the free pressure-switch installation that corrects the hydraulic backpressure setting and helps prevent inadvertent boom movement.
- Bring the recall notice if Altec mailed one, and reference recall number 14V745 when you call.
- Avoid operating the aerial device in cooler temperatures until the pressure-switch repair is complete.
- Call Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733 with questions about scheduling or equipment use before the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Altec technician replaces and installs the pressure switch tied to the hydraulic tank circuit. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Altec has a general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid for the same pressure switch repair before the recall work, ask Altec customer service how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| November 21, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| January 16, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 16, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V745?
Recall 14V745 covers 1,907 1999-2014 Altec Aerial Device units with a hydraulic pressure transducer setting that can allow inadvertent boom movement in cooler temperatures. Altec dealers will replace and install a pressure switch free of charge.
What should I do if my 1999-2014 Altec Aerial Device is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific unit is included in recall 14V745. If it is, contact an Altec dealer or Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733 to schedule the pressure switch repair. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Altec will replace and install the pressure switch free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost when your specific unit is included.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is inadvertent boom movement in cooler temperatures. An improperly set hydraulic pressure transducer can relieve excessive backpressure in the hydraulic tank circuit, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant or people nearby.
What if I bought my Altec Aerial Device used?
The free recall repair still applies. Ownership history does not remove the manufacturer's recall obligation. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific unit is included, then give recall number 14V745 to the Altec dealer or service contact when you schedule the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V745000 |
|---|---|
| Altec customer service | 1-205-991-7733 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V745 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V745000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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