Recall 19V483 affects 957 2003-2019 Altec Aerial Device vehicles for missing air brake pressure protection valves. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 957 2003-2019 Aerial Device vehicles under recall 19V483 because the accessory air system is missing pressure protection valves, and the air-cushioned pintle hook can be connected to the wrong air lines. The defect can cause loss of service brake pressure and raise the risk of a crash, so Altec dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge.
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What's wrong?
An air brake system on these Altec aerial devices uses compressed air to apply the service brakes. The chassis air supply also feeds accessories like the air-cushioned pintle hitch that connects to a towed load. A pressure protection valve sits between the brake reservoir and those accessories so that if an accessory line fails, the valve closes and the service brakes keep their air pressure.
On the recalled 2003-2019 Altec Aerial Device units, that pressure protection valve is missing on some accessory lines, and in other cases the air-cushioned pintle hook was plumbed into the wrong air line during assembly. If an accessory hose then leaks or fails, air can bleed out of the service brake reservoir instead of being isolated. The truck can lose service brake pressure, and the vehicle does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121 for air brake systems.
There is no warning sign before failure. The loss of brake air pressure can happen suddenly when an accessory line gives out.
Who's affected?
Covers seventeen model years of the Aerial Device, all built between July 2003 and April 2019 and sharing the same air-brake system concern.
| 2003 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2008 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2011 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2013 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2014 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2004 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2012 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2018 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2019 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2015 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2016 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2017 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2005 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2006 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2007 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| 2010 Altec Aerial Device | brake system |
| Units affected | 957 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of service brake pressure raises the risk of a crash because the brakes cannot hold the vehicle as designed. Treat any change in brake response as a reason to stop using the aerial device and schedule the repair soon. The dealer inspects the pressure protection installation and replaces any unit that does not pass. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2019 Altec Aerial Device is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Altec dealer to schedule the free pressure-protection inspection that fixes the air-brake pressure-loss defect.
- Bring the recall notice if Altec has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V483 (Altec CSN 724) when you call.
- Call Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 with questions about scheduling, parts, or the inspection process.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid loads or routes that demand hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Altec technician inspects the pressure protection valve installation on the air-cushioned pintle hitch and accessory air components, then repairs any unit that does not pass inspection. The technician confirms the air-cushioned pintle hook is connected to the correct air lines so service brake pressure holds if an accessory line fails or leaks. Parts and labor are free under the recall. To schedule, contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference Altec recall number CSN 724.
Timeline
| June 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 14, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 14, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 15, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 16, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V483?
Recall 19V483 covers 957 2003-2019 Altec aerial device trucks (including TA45, TA50, TA55, TA60, L37, L39, LRV, LR7, A-T40C, T40P, and AP45 models) that fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121 for air brake systems. A missing pressure protection valve or incorrect air line connection can cause loss of service brake pressure.
What should I do if my 2003-2019 Altec aerial device is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 19V483. If it is, contact an Altec dealer to schedule the pressure protection inspection. Reference recall number 19V483 and Altec's internal number CSN 724 when you call. For questions, Altec customer service is 1-877-462-5832. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost. Altec dealers will inspect the pressure protection installation and repair any unit that does not pass inspection free of charge, regardless of where the vehicle was originally purchased.
What is the safety risk?
Per NHTSA, loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash. The accessory air lines on these Altec trucks lack a pressure protection valve, so a failure or leak in the accessory system can drain pressure from the service brakes themselves and reduce stopping ability.
What if I bought my Altec aerial device used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Altec never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included in recall 19V483, and reference CSN 724 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V483000 |
|---|---|
| Altec customer service | 1-877-462-5832 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V483 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V483000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →