2023 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
13 recalls, 1 complaints - 31 TSBs
26V150000 Mar 13, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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.
Consequence
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.
25V890000 Dec 18, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
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.
Consequence
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.
25V629000 Sep 19, 2025
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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... Read more
Consequence
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.
25V562000 Aug 29, 2025
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
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.
Consequence
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 ma... Read more
25V288000 May 2, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2024 TA Series, AT Series, L Series, LR Series Aerial Devices, and AF Series Forestry bodies. The fuel lines may not be properly secured, which can cause the lines to chafe and result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will provide owners with instructions to inspect the fuel lines. If the lines are improperly secured, Altec will provide a kit to secure the lines. If the lines are damaged, the chassis manufacturer will repair the fuel lines. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification le... Read more
24V681000 Sep 12, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Altec Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, and Pressure Digger vehicles. The chassis ignition circuit may be overloaded, which can result in a blown fuse and cause an engine shutdown.
Consequence
An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will rewire the accessory circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3185.
24V439000 Jun 13, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2024 aerial devices, digger diggers, pressure diggers, service trucks, reel lifters, pressure washers, and articulating crane models built on a Freightliner M2 Plus chassis. Please refer to Altec's recall report for specific vehicle make and ... Read more
Consequence
Lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will rework the lighting wire harness and update the trailer module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3161; CSN-3170.
24V362000 May 23, 2024
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Altec LR7 and LR8 aerial devices. The hydraulic cylinder feeder tube routed near the cylinder rest bracket may become damaged and leak oil, which can result in uncontrolled boom movement.
Consequence
Uncontrolled movement of the boom can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Altec will replace the cylinder rest pad and the feeder tube if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3142.
24V015000 Jan 11, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2004-2023 AT Series aerial devices. The cables in the engine compartment may contact the vehicle's hood, damaging the cables and causing a short circuit.
Consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will inspect and relocate the cables and fuse blocks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3142.
23V824000 Dec 7, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 CB5-132D-S vehicles equipped with a Bobcat 260 welder installed on a track system. The welder may be misaligned, preventing the mounting fasteners from being properly tightened.
Consequence
Loose fasteners can allow the welder to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will align the welder and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 01, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3133.
23V525000 Jul 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT, TA, L44, L45, LR8, AA, AM, AN) and D series Digger Derricks (DH, DL, DM, DT). The power inverter that converts electrical DC power to AC power may have been installed without a circuit breaker to protect the AC output... Read more
Consequence
Without a circuit breaker, the AC circuit may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will install a 20-amp circuit breaker in the AC circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3103.
23V395000 Jun 1, 2023
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2023 D4000B, D2000B, and AC18 trucks. The collision mitigation system software may not be calibrated correctly, prohibiting the active braking system from activating.
Consequence
An active braking system that fails to activate as intended increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be notified to take their vehicles to their respective OEM service center for a software update and road-test, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-468-5832. Altec's number for this rec... Read more
23V357000 May 18, 2023
EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:SIREN/LIGHTING/STROBES
Defect Description
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks, Service Bodies and Cranes. Water can leak into the strobe lights, which could cause an electrical short-circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Altec will provide instructions to inspect the light assembly for moisture and install a new fuse. If moisture is found or the light is inoperative, a light replacement kit will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2... Read more
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 9, 2024
Incident date: Aug 28, 2023
Nighttime backing up is to dark to see in the camera. The reverse lights are not bright enough to highlight the area to see correctly. This is a major concern as i almost backed up over my child at night as i could not see them in the camera. Please address with manufacture to resolve the issue. Thi... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE
31 manufacturer communications from 19 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 1 |
SIL-3117
Feb 7, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that insufficient clearance between the outrigger leg(s) and feeder tube(s) on certain LS63 and LS87 units built from September 2021 to February 2023 can cause outrigger interference. This can affect the outrigger's abilit
SIL-3117
Feb 7, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Altec has learned that insufficient clearance between the outrigger leg(s) and feeder tube(s) on certain LS63 and LS87 units built from September 2021 to February 2023 can cause outrigger interference. This can affect the outrigger's abilit
SIL 3128
Dec 28, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Altec has learned that certain AH model aerial devices built from September 2022 to November 2023 could have loose PTO and/or pump mounting fasteners. Loose fasteners could lead to leaks, damage to components, and unit downtime.
SIL 3128
Dec 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that certain AH model aerial devices built from September 2022 to November 2023 could have loose PTO and/or pump mounting fasteners. Loose fasteners could lead to leaks, damage to components, and unit downtime.
SIL 3128
Dec 28, 2023
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Altec has learned that certain AH model aerial devices built from September 2022 to November 2023 could have loose PTO and/or pump mounting fasteners. Loose fasteners could lead to leaks, damage to components, and unit downtime.
SIL 3123
Dec 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that Section 9 of the Maintenance and Parts Manual for Certain AC45E cranes built from September 2020 to November 2023 contains an incorrect torque value of 250 foot-pounds (339 Na??m) for the rotation gearbox mounting cap
SIL 3100
Nov 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that the boom rest flanges can become damaged during transportation or stowing of the boom on certain AC40E units built from September 2022 to June 2023. This can result in damage to the boom.
SIL 3108
Nov 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Altec has learned that on certain AT41M aerial devices built from April 27, 2023, to June 24, 2023, the curb side chassis frame rail was drilled in a location that does not conform with the chassis manufacturera??s recommendation. The unit
SIL 3108
Nov 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that on certain AT41M aerial devices built from April 27, 2023, to June 24, 2023, the curb side chassis frame rail was drilled in a location that does not conform with the chassis manufacturera??s recommendation. The unit
SIL 3099
Oct 31, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Altec has learned that on certain Altec units equipped with air suspension built from April 2020 to June 2023, some operators may be dumping the chassis airbags before deploying the outriggers. This can cause the airbags to become damaged.
SIL 3099
Oct 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that on certain Altec units equipped with air suspension built from April 2020 to June 2023, some operators may be dumping the chassis airbags before deploying the outriggers. This can cause the airbags to become damaged.
SIL 3099
Oct 31, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
Altec has learned that on certain Altec units equipped with air suspension built from April 2020 to June 2023, some operators may be dumping the chassis airbags before deploying the outriggers. This can cause the airbags to become damaged.
CSR 3118
Oct 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle that is equipped with Altec equipment. Certain 2024 and 2025 model year
CSR 3121
Oct 23, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) that certain 2022 model year (DD) Ram 3500 cab chassis, (DP) Ram 4500/550 cab chassis, (D2) Ram 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an AISIN transmission cou
SIL 3077
Sep 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Altec has learned that the Samlex inverter default threshold on certain units built from August 2022 to April 2023 may not be able to accommodate the 110 power accessories at the platform. This can result in the operator being unable to use
CSR 3109
Aug 22, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Certain 2020 to 2022
CSR 3109
Aug 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Certain 2020 to 2022
CSR 3109
Aug 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Certain 2020 to 2022
CSR 3109
Aug 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Certain 2020 to 2022
CSR 3104
Aug 3, 2023
220000 SEATS
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Ford Motor Company that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. On certain Expeditio
SIL 3080
Jul 20, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that certain AH, LS, AT-P, AN, DC, DH-E/H, and AT-M Series aerial devices built from March 2022 to March 2023 have a non-skid coating on the deck that could delaminate and flake off over time. This causes the deck surface
SIL 3054
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that certain units built with a Jobsite Energy Management System (JEMS) S/SE/LE from October 2020 to May 17, 2023, may fail to charge or operate properly, particularly when the battery is cold. Altec has developed a firmwa
SIL 3054
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Altec has learned that certain units built with a Jobsite Energy Management System (JEMS) S/SE/LE from October 2020 to May 17, 2023, may fail to charge or operate properly, particularly when the battery is cold. Altec has developed a firmwa
SIL 3082
Jul 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that Section 8 of the Maintenance Manual for certain Altec LS60 aerial devices built from November 2017 to January 2023 contains an incorrect torque value of 325 foot-pounds for the rotation gearbox mounting cap screws. Al
SIL 3068
Jun 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Altec has learned that certain digger derricks and aerial devices of various models built from January 2010 to January 2023 may contain access steps with a handrail and side plate that come together in a small space causing a potential pinc
CSR-3092
Jun 28, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), on behalf of its Freightliner Truck Division, that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you
CSR 3075
Jun 14, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Navistar, Inc. that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in certain 2022 through 2024 model year Navistar HV and MV series vehicles built from Ja
CSR 3075
Jun 14, 2023
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Navistar, Inc. that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in certain 2022 through 2024 model year Navistar HV and MV series vehicles built from Ja
CSR 3050
Feb 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Navistar that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Navistar has decided that cert
CSR 3050
Feb 14, 2023
010000 STEERING
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Navistar that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Navistar has decided that cert
CSR-3028
Nov 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Altec Industries, Inc. has received notification from Navistar that a condition exists relating to motor vehicle safety, compliance, or emissions in a vehicle you possess that is equipped with Altec equipment. Navistar has decided that a de
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE across all model years (1995, 2026).
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Total Recalls
1
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2023 (current) | 13 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 22 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 25 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 29 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 36 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 38 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 26 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 0 | View |