Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2014 Altec Aerial Device
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Altec Aerial Device has 19 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2014 Altec Aerial Device. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V562000 Cable Entry Step May Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V250000 Pedestal and Truck Frame May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V015000 Engine Compartment Fire from Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V884000 Pedestal and Truck Frame May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V736000 Pedestal and Truck Frame May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V409000 Unintended Movement of the Lower and Upper Booms NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V301000 Tow Hitch May Have Incorrect Load Rating Markings NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V602000 Recovery Winch Valve Exceeds Pressure Rating NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V483000 Loss of Brake Pressure/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V552000 Platform Mounting Hole Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V348000 Missing Placard for Trailer Hitch Load Limits NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V110000 Platform Leveling Yoke Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V560000 Possible Jib Mast Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V710000 Improperly Sized Fiberglass Boom Tip Cover NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V473000 Outrigger Interlock Control System NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V150000 Counterbalance Valve Crack may Allow Boom Movement NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V101000 Short Circuit may Result in Module Overheating NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V096000 Cylinder Base End Lug May Crack NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V745000 Aerial Device Inadvertent Boom Movement NHTSA notice
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2014 Altec Aerial Device has been subject to 19 recall campaigns, addressing a range of mechanical and structural issues primarily related to the boom and mounting frame. The absence of owner complaints limits a comprehensive assessment of reliability. Recalls indicate potential serious issues, but no specific failures are very frequent, suggesting some level of expected maintenance.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| mounting frame | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| hydraulic system | Unknown | $300–$1,200 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Regular oil changes
- Hydraulic fluid checks
- Boom inspection and maintenance
- Battery check and replacement
- Brake system inspection
- Check and tighten fittings
- Electrical system inspection
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Boom not operating smoothly
- Unusual noises from frame
- Hydraulic fluid leaks
- Electrical issues or shorts
- Inconsistent brake performance
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Altec Aerial Device at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.