1996 Altec Aerial Device problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1996 Altec Aerial Device — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 1996 compare to other Aerial Device years?

Aerial Device NHTSA complaints by model year, 1996 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 1996 Altec Aerial Device have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V420000OtherJuly 20, 2020 · 141 units

Defect

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 1995-1998 Altec A0442 aerial devices. The boom lift hydraulic cylinder end gland may fail causing uncontrolled boom movement.

Consequence

Uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and instruct them to inspect the boom lift cylinders for an externally threaded head gland design. The customer will be instructed whether the unit can be used with restricted lower and/or upper boom articulation until the cylinder(s) are repaired or replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 770.

16V835000OtherNovember 17, 2016 · 2,194 units

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 1995-1999 Aerial Device trucks manufactured May 1, 1995, to August 15, 1999 and equipped with Rosenboom Machine and Tool lower boom lift cylinders. The cylinder end gland could fail which could cause uncontrolled boom movement.

Consequence

Uncontrolled boom movement may increase the risk of injury to the operator or bystanders.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the boom, and repair or replace the cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

1996 Altec Aerial Device — common questions

Is the 1996 Altec Aerial Device reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1996 Altec Aerial Device have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1996 Altec Aerial Device. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1996 compare to other Aerial Device years?

Does the 1996 Altec Aerial Device have recalls?

1996 Altec Aerial Device — common questions

Is the 1996 Altec Aerial Device reliable?

Does the 1996 Altec Aerial Device have recalls?

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