ALTEC 2011 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
Brand
ALTEC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2011 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE vehicles due to electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery issues. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2000-2013 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks, equipped with Sure Power Battery Equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 603.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026