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Altec Aerial Device Recall 25V529: Front Bumper Can Detach, Creating Crash and Road Hazards

NHTSA campaign 25V529, reported August 14, 2025, 124 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain aerial device and digger derrick work trucks may have the front winch bumper secured with incorrect bolts. Over time, the bumper can detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard that increases the risk of a crash. The bolts can also fail suddenly during winch operation, raising the risk of injury.

Altec Industries will replace the bolts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. If you own one of these vehicles, contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference recall number CSN-3244. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

If you have a 2024 or 2025 Altec vehicle, do not wait for the letter to arrive. Call Altec to confirm your vehicle is covered and to arrange the free bolt replacement.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V529Altec Industries, Inc.
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Problem
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.

Affected vehicles

Altec Aerial Device20242025
Altec Digger Derrick20242025