RECALLS — ALTEC AH85
Altec AH85 recalls
Altec AH85 model years 2010–2015 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
05- Other#2016057
16 units affected
Certain Altec aerial devices may have been manufactured with a defective Pulsar coil. The Pulsar coil could short causing unwarranted movement of the aerial device increasing the risk of injury to the operator. Correction: Altec will replace the affected Pulsar coils.
- Accessories#2014309
7 units affected
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), water ingress into the lower boom fiberglass inserts could allow a conductivity path through the boom from the boom elbow down to the chassis. If the boom elbow were to come in contact with, or in close proximity to, an energized conductor while persons on the ground are touching or in close proximity to the chassis, an increased risk of injury due to electrocution would result. Water ingress could also compromise the fiberglass insert glue joint, potentially leading to undesirable boom motion due to looseness of the joint, which could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Altec will replace affected lower booms. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
- Electrical#2014130
8 units affected
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), incorrect sealing plugs could allow water ingress into the aerial control, causing electrical shorts. This could allow the aerial device to move unexpectedly, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Altec will supply owners with a replacement electrical harness incorporating seal plugs as well as installation instructions. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
- Structure#2013308
3 units affected
On certain aerial devices installed on utility service vehicles (to elevate personnel in order to facilitate working on overhead service lines, for tree trimming, etc.), the current leakage monitoring system cable may be improperly secured. This could allow a conductivity path through the boom and increase the risk of injury due to electrocution. Correction: Altec will notify owners, informing them to inspect and properly secure the cable. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
- Other#2011384
1 units affected
On certain truck-mounted telescopic articulating aerial devices, the platform leveling system could fail. This could cause unintended platform movement, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Authorized service centers will replace the platform leveling system's electrical solenoid.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada