ALTEC AERIAL DEVICE (2023) recall — Equipment
Altec recalls certain 2023-2025 aerial devices due to potential incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating labels, which could lead to unintentional overload and crash risk. Owners received notification letters in November 2025.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Altec is recalling specific 2023-2025 aerial devices and forestry/service bodies because their weight labels might be wrong, causing the vehicle to be overloaded and increasing crash risk. This affects owners who have these vehicles and could lead to serious accidents if not addressed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81224-altec-2023-2025-aerial-devices-risk-of-overload-causing-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81224-altec-2023-2025-aerial-devices-risk-of-overload-causing-crash · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V629000
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“Altec 2023-2025 Aerial Devices: Risk of Overload Causing Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81224-altec-2023-2025-aerial-devices-risk-of-overload-causing-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #25V629000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V629000).
Why it’s dangerous
The vehicle's Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) label might be incorrect, meaning the vehicle could be unintentionally overloaded. This overload increases the risk of a crash during normal use, especially when handling heavy loads.
Who’s affected
Owners of Altec 2023-2025 Aerial Devices, 2022-2024 Forestry Bodies, 2022-2025 Service Bodies, and 2025 Digger Derrick vehicles are affected. Those who operate these vehicles daily face the highest risk due to potential overload.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the vehicle's certification label that lists the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The recall covers specific model years: 2023-2025 Aerial Devices, 2022-2024 Forestry Bodies, 2022-2025 Service Bodies, and 2025 Digger Derrick vehicles.
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What to do — step by step
Check Certification Label
Look for the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the vehicle's certification label to confirm if it matches the correct weight rating.
Contact Altec Customer Service
Reach out to Altec at 1-877-462-5832 to schedule a free inspection and label replacement if needed.
What NHTSA says to do
Altec will inspect and replace the labels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN CSN-3251.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The recall is happening because the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the vehicle's certification label may be incorrect, leading to unintentional overload and increased crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2023-2025 Aerial Device, 2022-2024 Forestry Body, 2022-2025 Service Body, or 2025 Digger Derrick vehicle.
What should I do if my vehicle is affected?
Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to have the certification label inspected and replaced for free if necessary.
Contact Altec
We’ve drafted a message you can send Altec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V629000 — Altec Altec Hello, I own a Altec that is covered by recall 25V629000 from Altec. The official recall notice states: Altec will inspect and replace the labels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN CSN-3251. 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 #25V629000 (September 19, 2025)
- 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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