2018–2021 Altec Aerial Device, 2018–2021 Altec Digger Derrick Recall: Unit subbase may develop cracks in the bulkhead plate, which can cause the…
NHTSA campaign 22V071000 · Equipment · filed Feb 9, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2021 DC and DM Series Digger Derricks and AM series Aerial Devices. The unit subbase may develop cracks in the bulkhead plate, which can cause the shear plates to fail.
The risk
Shear plate failure can result in the separation of the subbase and truck frame, increasing 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 bulkhead plate, and add a reinforcement plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 8, 2022. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 851.
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
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V071000 (manufacturer number CSN 851). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.