Boom/crane/ladder: controls/control wiringRecall 26V-243 · 2025–2026 Altec AM Series Aerial Device
Altec Industries, Inc. recall 26V-243 covers 40 2025–2026 Altec AM Series Aerial Device for a boom/crane/ladder: controls/control wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on April 16, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V243000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2025-2026 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles. The emergency stop switch located at the turntable is inoperative when the upper controls interlock is active and allows the upper and lower controls to remain powered when the emergency stop is depressed.
The risk
An inoperative emergency stop switch increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners to inspect for the presence of an adapter harness. If installed, the owner will be instructed to notify Altec, and no further action is needed. If the harness is not installed, Altec will provide a kit to complete the repair, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3307.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
93%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.