1999-2022 Altec L/Lr Series Recall 23V433: Hydraulic Hose

Recall 23V433 covers 3,824 1999-2022 Altec L Series and Lr Series Aerial Device units for hydraulic-hose damage. Free repair at any franchised Altec dealer.

What's wrong?

The hydraulic line on 1999-2022 Altec Lr Series Aerial Device and L Series Aerial Device units carries pressurized oil between the cylinder port and the load-holding valve. The cylinder port is the connection point on the lift cylinder, and the load-holding valve is the part that helps hold the platform or jib in position when hydraulic pressure changes.

On affected units, a flexible hydraulic hose was installed where rigid metallic tubing was specified. That location needs the stronger metal tube used in the remedy. If the hose is damaged, the load-holding feature can fail, and the platform or jib can move without control.

An inspector who knows metallic tubing belongs in that location can spot the wrong hose during periodic inspection. A nick, another witness mark, or an oil leak on the hose is the warning sign before uncontrolled motion.

Who's affected?

Spans two Altec aerial device lines across the 1999-2022 model years, all tied to the hose assembly for boom/crane/ladder equipment.

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?

Failure of the load-holding feature can let the platform or load move unintentionally, increasing injury risk. During inspection, treat any nick, witness mark, or oil leak on the hydraulic hose as a reason to stop using the equipment and call for service. Schedule the Altec inspection and hose replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.

What should I do?

1. Check your VIN to confirm your 1999-2022 Altec Lr Series Aerial Device or L Series Aerial Device is included in this recall.
2. Contact a franchised Altec service location to schedule the free inspection and hydraulic-line repair.
3. Schedule the hose replacement with metallic tubing if Altec finds a hydraulic hose between the cylinder port and load-holding valve.
4. Bring the owner notice if you have it, and reference recall number 23V433 when you call.
5. Keep the aerial device out of service until the repair is complete if the platform or load does not hold as expected.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Altec technician inspects the aerial device for a hydraulic hose between the cylinder port and load-holding valve. If that hose is present, the technician replaces it with the specified metallic tubing. The inspection and any required replacement are free under the recall. Altec's Warranty Policy covers the recall remedy and reimbursement for owners who paid to fix this same problem before the owner letter. Bring documentation of the prior repair when you contact Altec customer service or the service desk.

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Source documents

• Download Quarterly Report (PDF) · RCLQRT
• Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) · RCONL
• Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) · RCAK
• Download Recall Report (PDF) · RCLRPT

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →