ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE (2023) recall — Electrical System
Altec recalls certain 2023-2024 aerial devices due to potential engine shutdowns from electrical issues, risking crashes. Owners must contact Altec for free rewiring.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Altec is recalling some 2023-2024 aerial devices because a faulty electrical system can cause engine shutdowns, which may lead to crashes. This affects users who operate these vehicles and requires immediate attention to prevent accidents. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81222-altec-2023-2024-aerial-device-electrical-recall-engine-shutdown-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81222-altec-2023-2024-aerial-device-electrical-recall-engine-shutdown-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #24V681000
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“Altec 2023-2024 Aerial Device Electrical Recall: Engine Shutdown Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81222-altec-2023-2024-aerial-device-electrical-recall-engine-shutdown-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #24V681000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V681000).
Why it’s dangerous
The chassis ignition circuit may become overloaded, causing a blown fuse and engine shutdown. This can happen during normal operation, potentially leading to a crash if the equipment is in motion.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2023-2024 Altec Aerial Devices, Digger Derrick, and Pressure Digger vehicles are affected. Operators of these heavy equipment are at highest risk due to the potential for engine shutdowns during use.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2023-2024 Altec Aerial Devices, Digger Derrick, or Pressure Digger vehicles. The recall was notified to owners via mail on November 8, 2024.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Altec Customer Service
Call 1-877-462-5832 to schedule free rewiring of the accessory circuit.
What NHTSA says to do
Altec will rewire the accessory circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3185.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The chassis ignition circuit may be overloaded, causing a blown fuse and engine shutdown, which increases crash risk.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
Check if you own a 2023-2024 Altec Aerial Device, Digger Derrick, or Pressure Digger vehicle.
What should I do if I have this vehicle?
Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to get free rewiring of the accessory circuit.
Contact Altec
We’ve drafted a message you can send Altec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 24V681000 — Altec Altec Hello, I own a Altec that is covered by recall 24V681000 from Altec. The official recall notice states: Altec will rewire the accessory circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3185. 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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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 #24V681000 (December 9, 2024)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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