2008–2009 Altec AH100, 2008–2009 Altec AH85 Recall: Failure of the pin could cause separation of the boom from the turntable
NHTSA campaign 12V411000 · Equipment · filed Aug 21, 2012 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Aerial Device vehicles due to improper welding processes used to manufacture the boom pivot pins. Failure of the pin could cause separation of the boom from the turntable.
The risk
If the boom separates from the turntable, there is an increased risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Altec will notify owners, and will replace the pivot pins, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.
Altec's recall campaign number is MAB 563.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 12V411000 (manufacturer number MAB 563). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.