2018–2020 Altec EC505, 2018–2020 Altec EC655 Recall: Load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of…
NHTSA campaign 20V501000 · Equipment · filed Aug 25, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control.
The risk
Loss of load control may increase the risk of death or 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 notify owners, and dealers will install a counterbalance valve with a lower pressure ratio to increase the opening threshold, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 773.
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
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Other campaigns involving Altec vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V501000 (manufacturer number CSN 773). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.