01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2026 Altec Digger Derrick recall campaigns
NHTSA 26V541000
- Component
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Report received
- August 21, 2026
- Potential units
- 55campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: 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.
Why it matters: An improperly calibrated system may have a delayed braking response, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Owner notification: Date not reported · Filing manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
NHTSA 26V247000
- Component
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Report received
- April 17, 2026
- Potential units
- 36campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: 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).
Why it matters: While driving, the brakes may activate unexpectedly without the driver's input, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Owner notification: June 12, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
NHTSA 26V150000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- March 13, 2026
- Potential units
- 10,875campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: 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.
Why it matters: An incorrect pressure rating may lead to underinflated tires, increasing the risk of a tire blowout or a crash.
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.
Owner notification: May 11, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
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