2013-2025 Altec AP Series recall: Unprotected Boom Stow Wire May Short and Cause Fire
Report received by NHTSA: July 16, 2026.
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- What's recalled
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2013-2025 AP45A trucks. The boom stow switch wire in the cargo storage area may become damaged, which can result in a short circuit, causing the wire to overheat.
- The risk
An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the risk of fire.
- Who's affected
884 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2013-2025 Altec AP Series.
- Compared with
Altec Industries, Inc. has 18 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 17 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
141 earlier NHTSA recalls by Altec Industries, Inc. since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- July 2, 2026 2022-2026 Altec Service Body recall: Incorrectly Routed Inverter AC Wiring May Short and Overheat
- June 26, 2026 2023-2025 Altec Digger Derrick recall: Incorrect Pole Rack Capacity Rating
- June 12, 2026 2014-2026 Altec AT Series recall: Transmission Park Interlock May Be Missing
- June 11, 2026 2024-2026 Altec AC Series Crane recall: Missing Welds on Personnel Jib Platform
- May 15, 2026 2020-2026 Altec TA Series Aerial Device, 2021-2025 Altec AN Series Aerial Device, 2022-2025 Altec AT Series and 4 more models recall: Emergency Stop May Fail (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3349.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Altec AP Series 2013-2025
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V457000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Altec Industries, Inc. |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received by NHTSA | July 16, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 884 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | CSN-3349 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record