NHTSA vehicle safety data
2025 Altec AP Series Recalls & Complaints
The 2025 Altec AP Series has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2025 Altec AP Series. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Altec dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Altec AP Series. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Unprotected Boom Stow Wire May Short and Cause Fire
NHTSA #26V457000 · Electrical System — Wiring — Switches/Knobs/Buttons · NHTSA notice
Reported July 16, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 884 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3349 · Owners notified September 11, 2026
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2013-2025 AP45A trucks. The boom stow switch wire in the cargo storage area may become damaged, which can result in a short circuit, causing the wire to overheat.
Safety consequence
An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3349.
Unexpected Activation of Emergency Brakes
NHTSA #25V509000 · Service Brakes, Air — Supply — Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported August 8, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 45 vehicles
Repair completion: 77.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3242 · Owners notified October 3, 2025 · Vehicles built January 31, 2025 – July 1, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2025 AP Series vehicles. The brake air line compression fitting may not be tightened correctly, which can allow the supply line or other air lines to detach and cause the chassis emergency brakes to engage.
Safety consequence
Unexpected activation of the emergency brakes may cause the vehicle to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the brake air lines. If the lines are improperly secured, Altec will provide instructions and a kit to secure the lines. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3242.
Other Altec AP Series model years
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