2018–2020 Altec Aerial Device, 2018–2020 Altec Digger Derrick Recall: Bolts that secure the pedestal to the turntable (with head marking 5185)…
NHTSA campaign 20V282000 · Equipment · filed May 19, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AA55, AM50 and A77 Aerial Devices and D2, D3, D4, DH-B and DH-H Digger Derricks. The bolts that secure the pedestal to the turntable (with head marking 5185) may fail.
The risk
If the fasteners break, the pedestal may separate from turntable, increasing the risk of injury or death.
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 provide replacement fasteners if necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 2, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 760.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Aerial Device | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Altec | Digger Derrick | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V282000 (manufacturer number CSN 760). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.