- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Problem
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain Altec Digger Derrick and TA Series Aerial Device trucks may have improperly installed wiring that keeps the boom stow auto-neutral feature from engaging. As a result, the vehicle can be moved or driven while the boom is still elevated.
When driven with the boom out of stow, the truck could exceed its recorded travel height, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk, especially when moving the vehicle with the boom not fully stowed.
Altec will correct the wiring in the power distribution module to enable the boom stow auto-neutral function, at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. You can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832, referencing recall number CSN-3370. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec Digger Derrick | 202120222023202420252026 |
|---|---|
| Altec TA Series Aerial Device | 202320242025 |