NHTSA Vehicles recall ·

2021–2025 Altec AM Series Aerial Device and 1 more recall: Chassis Engine May Start Unexpectedly

Recall number
26V071000
Date
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicles › Electrical System
Recall type
Vehicle
Units affected
57
Hazard tags
Injury risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Electrical System

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
AltecAM Series Aerial Device2021–2025
AltecDigger Derrick2021–2025

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

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.

Consequence

An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to anyone near the engine compartment during maintenance operations.

What should you do?

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.

Manufacturer campaign number

CSN-3281

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V071000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.