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2025 Altec Aerial Device Recalls & Complaints
The 2025 Altec Aerial Device has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2025 Altec Aerial Device. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Altec dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Altec Aerial Device. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Improperly Installed Front End Radar
NHTSA #26V247000 · Forward Collision Avoidance — Sensing System — Radar · NHTSA notice
Reported April 17, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 36 vehicles
Repair completion: 2.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3309 · Owners notified June 12, 2026 · Vehicles built starting January 23, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 Digger Derrick and 2025-2026 Aerial Device vehicles. The front end radar was improperly installed, which may result in improper operation of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Active Brake Assist (ABA).
Safety consequence
While driving, the brakes may activate unexpectedly without the driver's input, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will inform the owners to inspect the front end radar installation and if installed incorrectly, instruct owners to take the vehicle to an OEM Chassis dealer to have the radar remounted and calibrated, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3309.
Incorrect Low Tire Pressure on Certification Label
NHTSA #26V150000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported March 13, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 10,875 vehicles
Repair completion: 23.39% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3294 · Owners notified May 11, 2026
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Service Body, Aerial Device, Pressure Digger, Spray Truck, and Digger Derrick vehicles. The low tire pressure rating printed on the final stage certification label is incorrect.
Safety consequence
An incorrect pressure rating may lead to underinflated tires, increasing the risk of a tire blowout or a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will inspect and replace the incorrect certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3294.
Inadequate Fuse Protection Can Cause Fire
NHTSA #25V890000 · Electrical System — Wiring — Fuses and Circuit Breakers · NHTSA notice
Reported December 18, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 152 vehicles
Repair completion: 63.16% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3271 · Owners notified February 13, 2026 · Vehicles built through December 8, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Aerial Device and Digger Derrick vehicles. The electronic taillight module harness may have inadequate circuit protection.
Safety consequence
Wiring without adequate protection may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will provide instructions on inspecting and updating the circuit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label
NHTSA #25V629000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported September 19, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 135 vehicles
Repair completion: 35.56% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3251 · Owners notified November 7, 2025 · Vehicles built through August 22, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Aerial Device, 2022-2024 Forestry Body, 2022-2025 Service Body, and 2025 Digger Derrick vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the vehicle certification label may be incorrect, leading to the vehicle being unintentionally overloaded.
Safety consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will inspect and replace the labels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN CSN-3251.
Blown Fuse May Cause Engine Shutdown
NHTSA #25V581000 · Electrical System — Ignition · NHTSA notice
Reported September 5, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 19 vehicles
Repair completion: 68.42% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3247 · Owners notified October 29, 2025 · Vehicles built through March 31, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Altec Aerial Device, and Digger Derrick vehicles. The chassis ignition circuit may be overloaded, which can result in a blown fuse and cause an engine shutdown.
Safety consequence
An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will replace the hydraulic tank heater relay, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3247. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 24V681.
Cable Entry Step May Detach
NHTSA #25V562000 · Structure — Frame and Members · NHTSA notice
Reported August 29, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 903 vehicles
Repair completion: 67.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3246 · Owners notified October 24, 2025 · Vehicles built through July 15, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2011-2025 Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, and 2022-2025 Service Body vehicles. The cable step wire rope assembly may be improperly secured, which can allow the cable entry step to detach from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the cable crimps. If the cables are improperly crimped, Altec will provide instructions and a kit to replace the wire rope assemblies. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3246.
Front Bumper May Detach
NHTSA #25V529000 · Structure — Body — Bumpers · NHTSA notice
Reported August 14, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 124 vehicles
Repair completion: 71.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3244 · Owners notified October 10, 2025 · Vehicles built through July 10, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Aerial Device, and Digger Derrick vehicles. The front winch bumper may be secured with incorrect bolts, which can cause the bumper to detach from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
A front bumper that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, the bolts can fail suddenly during winch operation, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will replace the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3244.
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