2021 Altec Aerial Device Recall: When operating the boom positioning control lever, a defective linear…
NHTSA campaign 22V060000 · Equipment · filed Feb 3, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021 AH125 aerial devices. When operating the boom positioning control lever, a defective linear potentiometer may cause the boom to move in an unintended direction.
The risk
The boom moving in an unintended direction increases the risk of injury.
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 inspect the linear potentiometer manufacturer date, and replace the potentiometer if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 847.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Aerial Device | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V060000 (manufacturer number CSN 847). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.