RECALLS — ALTEC AT SERIES
Altec AT Series recalls
Altec AT Series model years 2010–2025 covered by at least one recall campaign. Pick a year to see the Canadian and U.S. campaigns side by side.
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U.S. NHTSA campaigns are listed on each year page, where they are queried live by model year. The Canadian list below covers every year together.
Transport Canada recalls
11- Structure#2025558
13 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices and digger derricks, the cable step wire ropes that secure the entry step could fail. As a result, the cable could detach and cause a person to fall. Note: This recall only affects certain aerial devices and digger derricks equipped with cable entry steps. Safety risk: A step that detaches could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Altec advises that you should check that the cable entry step(s) are properly secured until the recall repairs have been completed. Altec will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact Altec Service to inspect and, if necessary, replace the entry step(s).
- Electrical#2025353
14 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices, voltage spikes in the power distribution module could damage the transfer case control module. As a result, the system could detect the wrong driving mode selection. This could cause poor handling and/or reduced braking, and lead to a loss of control. Safety Risk: A loss of control could create the risk of a crash. Additionally, reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Altec recommends not to use the vehicle until the recall repairs are completed if any 4x4 warning messages are turned on. Altec will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact Altec Service to add a diode to the ignition power circuit.
- Accessories#2025251
131 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices, the fuel lines may not have been secured properly and could become damaged. As a result, fuel could leak. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Altec recommends that you periodically inspect the fuel lines for leaks until the recall repairs are completed. Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide instructions for inspecting for loose fuel lines. A repair kit will be provided to secure the fuel lines, if necessary. If the lines are damaged, they will be repaired.
- Suspension#2025001
47 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices, the front axle capacity may be too low. As a result, the vehicle could be overloaded. This could cause poor handling and lead to a loss of control. Note: This recall only affects certain Ford E350 van chassis with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of 1837 kg (4050 lb.) or 1905 kg (4200 lb.). Safety Risk: A loss of control could create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a Ford dealership or an authorized service facility to install upgraded front coil springs and hardware. Additionally, Altec Industries will provide you with a new compliance label with updated information.
- Electrical#2024048
68 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices, the wiring in the engine compartment may have been routed incorrectly. As a result, the wiring could become damaged by contact with the hood. If this happens, the wiring could short circuit and melt. Safety Risk: Wiring that overheats and melts could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact Altec Service to inspect and, if necessary, re-route the wiring and fuse block. To reduce the safety risk, Altec advises to periodically inspect the wiring for signs of damage until the recall repairs are completed.
- Electrical#2023424
19 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices and digger derricks, the inverter module may not have proper circuit protection for the AC output. As a result, the wiring could overheat and melt. Safety Risk: Wiring that doesn't have proper circuit protection could create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact Altec Service to install a 20 A circuit breaker for the inverter AC output. Altec advises not to use the inverter AC output until the recall repairs are completed.
- Electrical#2023357
80 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, water could leak into the strobe light assembly. If this happens, the strobe light could short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect the strobe light assembly, and replace it if necessary.
- Electrical#2022445
31 units affected
Issue: Over time, the 12-V power wire for the boom stow sensor on certain aerial devices could be damaged by contact with a sharp edge. If this happens, the wire could short circuit and blow the fuse for the ignition circuit. This can cause the engine to shut off suddenly while driving. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and instruct you to contact Altec Service to add a relay that is fused separately from the ignition circuit.
- Electrical#2022360
17 units affected
Issue: On certain aerial devices, the 120 V electrical outlet from the generator does not have proper circuit protection. Safety Risk: An electrical outlet that does not have circuit protection could create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and instruct you to contact Altec Service to install a new ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet with a circuit breaker and new wiring. Altec advises that you should only plug in appliances or tools that draw less than 20 A.
- Structure#2018566
5 units affected
On certain aerial devices with an aluminum work platform, the mounting holes on the aluminum platform could crack or elongate and fail, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or bystanders. Correction: Altec will provide owners with a reinforcement bracket kit and instructions on how to install it. Note: Owners are advised to inspect the platform mounting holes immediately. If any damage or cracks are found, the unit should be taken out of service until the reinforcement bracket kit is installed.
- Accessories#2015376
27 units affected
Certain aerial devices could be operated without the outriggers being properly deployed. If operated under this condition, it could lead to instability, increasing the risk of injury. Correction: Manufacturer will replace the outrigger interlock module.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada