2026 Altec Digger Derrick Problems: 0 Complaints, 6 Recalls

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Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraReported October 9, 2026 · 1,053 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2026 Service Body, Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, and AC Series Crane vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured without a rearview camera installed.
Risk: A missing rearview camera can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Altec will install a camera or provide a camera kit to owners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will be mailed December 4, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3376.

Recall number 26V666000 · Recall details

Structure: body: step/ladderReported October 2, 2026 · 6,780 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: A step that separates or becomes unstable while in use, increases the risk of a fall or injury.
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.

Recall number 26V637000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported September 24, 2026 · 143 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.
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.

Recall number 26V617000 · Recall details

Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency brakingReported August 21, 2026 · 55 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: 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 were mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3356.

Recall number 26V541000 · Recall details

Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: radarReported April 17, 2026 · 36 vehicles affected

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: labelsReported March 13, 2026 · 10,875 vehicles affected

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

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Technical service bulletins for the 2026 Altec Digger Derrick 6

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Oct 29, 2026 Service bulletinAltec Industries, Inc. has received notification from an International Motors that on certain 2021-2027...
Oct 13, 2026 Service bulletinAltec has learned that certain DH, D3000, AN, and AM units built with three stage A-frame outrigger...
Sep 18, 2026 Service bulletinAltec Industries, Inc. has been notified by Daimler Truck that a condition related to operation or...
Jul 23, 2026 Service bulletinAltec Industries, Inc. has been notified of a condition affecting certain International HV, HX, eMV, CV,...
Apr 10, 2026 Service bulletinAltec has received notification from Parker Chelsea, the manufacturer, of an issue with some of their 281...
Apr 9, 2026 Service bulletinAltec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) that certain...

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