The worst 2025 Altec Aerial Device problems
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Recalls 7
Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: radar
- What is wrong
- 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).
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 26V247000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 26V150000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Wiring without adequate protection may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- 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.
Recall number 25V890000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 25V629000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
- 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 the federal safety agency recall number 24V681.
Recall number 25V581000 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A cable step that fails during use increases the risk of injury.
- 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.
Recall number 25V562000 · Recall details
Structure: body: bumpers
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 25V529000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2025 Altec Aerial Device 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from an International Motors that on certain 2021-2027...
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- Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that certain 2017-2025 F-450 –...
- Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from FCA US LLC that certain 2025-2026 Ram 3500, 4500,...
- Altec Industries, Inc. has been notified of a condition affecting certain International HV, HX, eMV, CV,...
- Electrical system
- Altec has received notification from Parker Chelsea, the manufacturer, of an issue with some of their 281...
- Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) that certain...
- Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from FCA US LLC that a condition exists that relates to...
- Altec Industries, Inc. has been notified by International of a safety defect in some chassis with specific...
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