ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK (2025) recall — Electrical System
Altec recalls 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and AM Series Aerial Devices with potential for unintended engine starts during maintenance due to a missing diode in the power distribution module. Owners must inspect and repair the module free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to anyone near the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Altec is recalling certain 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and AM Series Aerial Devices because an engine can start unexpectedly during maintenance, risking injury to people nearby. This is caused by a missing diode in the power distribution module. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1341751-altec-2021-2025-digger-derrick-electrical-recall-unintentional-engine-starts.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1341751-altec-2021-2025-digger-derrick-electrical-recall-unintentional-engine-starts · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V071000
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“Altec 2021-2025 Digger Derrick Electrical Recall: Unintentional Engine Starts.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1341751-altec-2021-2025-digger-derrick-electrical-recall-unintentional-engine-starts. Based on NHTSA recall #26V071000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V071000).
Why it’s dangerous
The power distribution module may have a missing diode, causing the engine to start unexpectedly during maintenance. This can lead to injury if someone is near the engine compartment when it starts unexpectedly.
Who’s affected
Owners of Altec 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and AM Series Aerial Devices are affected. Those performing maintenance near the engine compartment are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for Altec 2021-2025 Digger Derrick or AM Series Aerial Device models. The recall was notified to owners via mail on March 27, 2026.
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What to do — step by step
Inspect Power Distribution Module
Check the power distribution module for a missing diode as instructed by Altec.
Get Repair Kit
If the diode is missing, Altec will provide a repair kit free of charge to fix the issue.
What NHTSA says to do
Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode, and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3281.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The recall is happening because the engine can start unexpectedly during maintenance due to a missing diode in the power distribution module.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your vehicle is an Altec 2021-2025 Digger Derrick or AM Series Aerial Device model.
What should I do if I have the affected vehicle?
Inspect the power distribution module for a missing diode and contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 for a repair kit if needed.
Contact Altec
We’ve drafted a message you can send Altec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V071000 — Altec Altec Hello, I own a Altec that is covered by recall 26V071000 from Altec. The official recall notice states: Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode, and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3281. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #26V071000 (February 6, 2026)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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