How many recalls does the 2019 Altec Ec505 have?

The 2019 Altec Ec505 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2019 Altec Ec505 has an open recall?

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2019 Altec Ec505 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2019 Altec Ec505 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 30 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

EQUIPMENT 20V501000 2020-08-25 30 affected

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control.

Consequence

Loss of load control may increase the risk of death or injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a counterbalance valve with a lower pressure ratio to increase the opening threshold, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 773.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2019 Altec Ec505 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.