2023 Altec Aerial Device Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

13 safety recalls on file

The 2023 Altec Aerial Device has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

13Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2023 Altec Aerial Device recalls

Wrong Tire Pressure Label Can Lead to Blowouts

Recall 26V150Mar 13, 202610,875 vehicles affected

The certification label on these utility and specialty work trucks lists an incorrect low tire pressure rating.

Taillight wiring may short out and cause a fire

Recall 25V890Dec 18, 2025152 vehicles affected

Certain 2023-2025 Altec Aerial Device and Digger Derrick trucks have an electronic taillight module harness that may lack adequate circuit protection.

Incorrect Axle Weight Label Can Lead to Overloading and Crash Risk

Recall 25V629Sep 19, 2025135 vehicles affected

Certain utility and specialty truck bodies built on these vehicles may have an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the vehicle certification label.

Cable step may detach, raising injury risk

Recall 25V562Aug 29, 2025903 vehicles affected

Certain aerial device, digger derrick, and service body utility vehicles may have a cable step wire rope assembly that is improperly secured.

Loose Diesel Fuel Lines Can Chafe and Leak, Raising Fire Risk

Recall 25V288May 2, 20252,461 vehicles affected

Certain 2022-2024 Altec aerial devices and service bodies may have diesel fuel lines that are not properly secured.

Ignition Circuit Overload Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 24V681Sep 12, 2024968 vehicles affected

Certain 2023 and 2024 Altec aerial device, digger derrick, and pressure digger trucks may have an overloaded chassis ignition circuit.

Exterior lights may fail to illuminate, raising crash risk

Recall 24V439Jun 13, 20243,425 vehicles affected

Certain aerial devices and service trucks built on a Freightliner M2 Plus chassis may have an overloaded lighting wire harness.

Hydraulic Line Can Leak Oil, Causing Uncontrolled Boom Movement

Recall 24V362May 23, 20241,128 vehicles affected

A hydraulic cylinder feeder tube on certain aerial devices may become damaged and leak oil.

Battery Cables May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Recall 24V015Jan 11, 2024437 vehicles affected

Cables in the engine compartment of certain aerial devices may rub against the vehicle's hood.

Welder May Detach From Aerial Device Vehicle

Recall 23V824Dec 7, 202343 vehicles affected

The welder installed on a track system in certain aerial device trucks may be misaligned, so its mounting fasteners cannot be properly tightened.

Missing Breaker Can Overheat Power Circuit, Causing Fire Risk

Recall 23V525Jul 27, 2023535 vehicles affected

Certain aerial devices and digger derricks from model years 2022 and 2023 may have been built with a power inverter that converts DC power to AC power but lacks a circuit breaker to protect the AC output circuit.

Automatic Braking May Not Activate, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 23V395Jun 1, 202359 vehicles affected

Certain 2020-2023 aerial device trucks may have collision mitigation software that is not calibrated correctly.

Water in Strobe Lights Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire

Recall 23V357May 18, 20235,431 vehicles affected

Water can leak into the strobe lights on certain Altec aerial devices, digger derricks, service bodies and cranes.

Most common 2023 Altec Aerial Device problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2024-02-09, Unknown Or Other
See attached document for complaint

2023 Altec Aerial Device questions

Does the 2023 Altec Aerial Device have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2023 Altec Aerial Device: Wrong Tire Pressure Label Can Lead to Blowouts; Taillight wiring may short out and cause a fire; Incorrect Axle Weight Label Can Lead to Overloading and Crash Risk; Cable step may detach, raising injury risk; Loose Diesel Fuel Lines Can Chafe and Leak, Raising Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Altec Aerial Device?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Altec Aerial Device has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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