NHTSA vehicle safety data
2025 Altec Digger Derrick Recalls & Complaints
The 2025 Altec Digger Derrick has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2025 Altec Digger Derrick. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Altec dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2025 Altec Digger Derrick. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Platform Access Step May Separate from Vehicle
NHTSA #26V637000 · Structure — Body — Step/Ladder · NHTSA notice
Reported October 2, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 6,780 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3374
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2026 AA Series Aerial Device, 2021-2026 AN Series Aerial Device, 2023-2026 AM Series Aerial Device, and 2024-2026 Digger Derrick, and 2024-2025 A-Class vehicles. The turntable mounted platform access step may have been improperly welded between the step tube and mounting plate, and allow the step to separate from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
A step that separates or becomes unstable while in use, increases the risk of a fall or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will replace the steps, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3374.
Boom Stow Auto-Neutral System Improperly Wired
NHTSA #26V617000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported September 24, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 143 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3370
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Altec Digger Derrick, and 2023-2025 Altec TA Series Aerial Device vehicles. Improper wiring may prevent the boom stow auto-neutral feature from engaging, which can allow the truck to be driven while the boom is still elevated.
Safety consequence
When the vehicle is moved or driven with the boom out of stow, the vehicle could exceed the recorded travel height, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will correct the wiring in the power distribution module to enable the boom stow auto-neutral functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3370.
Automatic Brake System Improperly Calibrated
NHTSA #26V541000 · Forward Collision Avoidance — Automatic Emergency Braking · NHTSA notice
Reported August 21, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 55 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3356
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2019-2026 AN Series, 2023 AA Series, 2022-2026 Digger Derrick, and 2025 AM Series vehicles. The Bendix automatic braking system was not recalibrated after relocating the front radar box.
Safety consequence
An improperly calibrated system may have a delayed braking response, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will update the collision mitigation system with the revised the parameters, recalibrate, and test the system, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3356.
Incorrect Pole Rack Capacity Rating
NHTSA #26V409000 · Equipment — Mechanical — Carrier/Rack · NHTSA notice
Reported June 26, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 6 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3335 · Owners notified August 18, 2026 · Vehicles built through November 25, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Digger Derrick vehicles. The vertical center of gravity with poles in the pole rack was not calculated properly, resulting in an incorrect pole rack capacity rating.
Safety consequence
While using the pole rack at full capacity, an incorrect high vertical center of gravity during braking and cornering may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will provide owners with a safety alert placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3335.
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.
Chassis Lighting Harness Not Installed
NHTSA #26V170000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice
Reported March 20, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 134 vehicles
Repair completion: 10.45% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3295 · Owners notified May 15, 2026
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2025 AC Series Crane and DT Series Digger Derrick vehicles. The harness intended to prevent Altec installed lighting from overloading the chassis lighting circuit was not installed, which may result in a loss of power to the body lighting or trailer lights.
Safety consequence
Loss of body lighting or trailer lights increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will notify owners to inspect their vehicle for the harness. If the harness is missing, a repair kit will be provided, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3295.
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.
Chassis Engine May Start Unexpectedly
NHTSA #26V071000 · Electrical System — Wiring — Power Distribution Module/Ipdm · NHTSA notice
Reported February 6, 2026 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 57 vehicles
Repair completion: 94.74% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3281 · Owners notified March 27, 2026 · Vehicles built through August 18, 2025 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and 2021-2025 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles. The chassis engine may start unintentionally due to a missing diode in the Altec power distribution module.
Safety consequence
An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to anyone near the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
Manufacturer remedy
Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode, and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3281.
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 April 1, 2025 – 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.
Unseated Retaining Ring May Cause Cylinder Failure
NHTSA #25V251000 · Equipment — Mechanical — Boom/Crane/Ladder · NHTSA notice
Reported April 17, 2025 · Altec Industries, Inc.
Potentially affected: 900 vehicles
Repair completion: 64.56% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Altec campaign CSN-3223 · Owners notified June 13, 2025
Defect description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Digger Derrick vehicles. An improperly seated retaining ring may cause the hydraulic cylinder to lose pressure, resulting in unintended boom movement.
Safety consequence
Unintended boom movement increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the counterbalance valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3223.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-888-275-9171), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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