Altec Industries – Recovery Winch Valve Exceeds Pressure Rating

Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Altec AM60E, AA55E, AH75/85/100, AH125, and AH150 Aerial Devices. The recovery winch valve may allow the winch to lift more than it is rated for.


Report Received Date 08/15/2019
NHTSA ID 19V602000
Consequence Summary If the recovery winch attempts to lift more than it is rated for, it can increase the risk of an injury or death.
Corrective Action Altec will notify owners, and instruct owners to inspect the winch pressures and install an external pressure relief valve, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 734.
Recall Code CSN 734
Potentially Affected 23
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V602000)

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