NHTSA2026-10-02
Altec Industries aerial devices recalled for platform access step separation hazard
What this means
Altec aerial devices and digger derricks sold between 2020 and 2026 may have a platform access step with improper welds. The step could separate or become unstable during use, creating a fall or injury risk.
- Check if you own an affected 2020–2026 AA, AN, or AM Series Aerial Device, 2023–2026 Digger Derrick, or 2024–2025 A-Class vehicle.
- Watch for an owner notification letter (expected November 27, 2026).
- Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to arrange a free step replacement.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
A step that separates or becomes unstable while in use, increases the risk of a fall or injury.
Remedy
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.
Affected count
6780
Products
2020 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2021 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2021 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2022 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2022 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2023 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2023 ALTEC AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2023 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2024 ALTEC A-CLASS · 2024 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2024 ALTEC AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2024 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2024 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK · 2025 ALTEC A-CLASS · 2025 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2025 ALTEC AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2025 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2025 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK · 2026 ALTEC AA SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2026 ALTEC AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2026 ALTEC AN SERIES AERIAL DEVICE · 2026 ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
Official notice
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V637000More Altec Industries, Inc. recalls
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