Body: step/ladderRecall 26V-637 · Altec vehicles
Altec Industries, Inc. recall 26V-637 covers 6,780 Altec vehicles for a body: step/ladder problem, reported to NHTSA on October 2, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V637000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020-2026 AA Series Aerial Device, 2021-2026 AN Series Aerial Device, 2023-2026 AM Series Aerial Device, and 2024-2026 Digger Derrick, and 2024-2025 A-Class vehicles. The turntable mounted platform access step may have been improperly welded between the step tube and mounting plate, and allow the step to separate from the vehicle.
The risk
A step that separates or becomes unstable while in use, increases the risk of a fall or injury.
The fix
Altec will replace the steps, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3374.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 2021 to September 30, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.