2008 Altec AC38 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 5, 2012 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other AC38 years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2008 Altec AC38 so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2008 Altec AC38 recalls (1)

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Equipment:mechanicalFeb 3, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V041000 · 18 vehicles

Problem: Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 ac38 and model year 2011 ac18 and ac23 utility vehicles, equipped with an anti-two block (atb) switch tree guard option. The atb tree guard switch bracket may have been installed incorrectly.

Risk: If the bracket was installed incorrectly, the components could be dislodged when the boom is raised towards the maximum elevation and could cause the atb switch, cover, and weight to fall, increasing the risk of injury to people or property below.

Fix: Altec will notify owners, and instruct unit owners to inspect the installation of the tree guard switch bracket and correct any incorrect installations. The safety recall began on february 21, 2012. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Other Altec AC38 years

2009 AC38 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2012 AC3801
2011 AC3802
2010 AC3802
2009 AC3801
200801

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Altec AC38?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Altec AC38?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2008 Altec AC38 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AC38 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.