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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V170📅 Mar 20, 2026

2025 Altec AC Series Crane & 2025 Altec Digger Derrick recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2025 AC Series Crane and DT Series Digger Derrick vehicles. The harness intended to prevent Altec installed lighting from overloading the chassis lighting circuit was not installed, which may result in a loss of power to the body lighting or trailer lights.

💥 The risk

Loss of body lighting or trailer lights increases the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Altec will notify owners to inspect their vehicle for the harness. If the harness is missing, a repair kit will be provided, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3295.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V170000
Manufacturer recall #
CSN-3295
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Vehicles affected
134
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Owner phone
1-877-462-5832
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 15, 2026
Built
Jan 1, 2025 – Nov 30, 2025
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V170 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V170?

2025 Altec AC Series Crane & 2025 Altec Digger Derrick. 134 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Altec dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-462-5832.