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2014 Altec Ah85 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2014 Altec Ah85 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2014 Altec Ah85 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V023000Electrical SystemJanuary 20, 2016 · 195 units

Defect

Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 AH75, AH85, and AH100 Aerial Devices manufactured January 10, 2008, to December 31, 2015. The affected units have a hydraulic pressure control valve that may allow the aerial device to move even when not told to do so.

Consequence

An aerial device that moves unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to the operator.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pressure control valves, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-205-991-7733.

2014 Altec Ah85 — common questions

Is the 2014 Altec Ah85 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Altec Ah85 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Altec Ah85. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.