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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

2021-2025 Altec Digger Derrick and Aerial Devices Recalled for Engine Start Risk

Agency Publication Date: February 6, 2026
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Summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling approximately 57 of its 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and 2021-2025 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles. A missing diode in the power distribution module can cause the chassis engine to start unexpectedly without operator input. Altec will provide instructions for owners to inspect their modules and will supply a free repair kit if the diode is missing.

Risk

The engine can start unintentionally, which poses a serious risk of injury to technicians or operators who may be working in or near the engine compartment during maintenance.

What You Should Do

  1. Check if your vehicle is a 2021-2025 Altec Digger Derrick or 2021-2025 AM Series Aerial Device.
  2. Identify if your vehicle is affected by looking for Altec recall number CSN-3281 or NHTSA campaign number 26V071.
  3. Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to obtain inspection instructions and a free repair kit if your vehicle is missing the required diode.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for additional information.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Inspection and installation of a missing diode in the power distribution module.

How to: Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode, and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2021-2025 Altec Digger Derrick
Part / Model:
Digger Derrick

Recall number CSN-3281

Product: 2021-2025 Altec AM Series Aerial Device
Part / Model:
AM Series Aerial Device

Recall number CSN-3281

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 26V071000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.
Sold By: Altec Industries, Inc.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 57 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: March 27, 2026
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: CSN-3281
Agency Last Updated: March 31, 2026

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response