Altec AC Series Crane Recall Issued for Missing Welds
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Altec Industries is recalling certain 2024-2026 AC Series Crane vehicles due to missing welds on the 26-foot insulating personnel jib.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on July 29, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Altec Industries (Altec) is recalling certain 2024-2026 AC Series Crane vehicles. The inside joints between the side plates and the base plates of the 26-foot insulating personnel jib (IJ26) may be missing welds.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2024-2026 ALTEC AC SERIES CRANE vehicles. A total of 42 units are affected. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V384000 and Altec's recall number is MAB-3330.
What You Should Do
Altec will advise owners to inspect the IJ26 jib for missing welds. If the welds are missing, the jib should be taken out of service immediately. Altec will add the missing welds or provide a repair procedure and kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Why This Matters
Missing welds can lead to platform joint failure due to fatigue or overload, resulting in the platform falling from the boom tip and increasing the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V384000 - Altec Industries, Inc.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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