Altec Aerial Device Vehicles Recall
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Altec Industries is recalling certain 2020-2026 aerial device vehicles due to an emergency stop that may not function properly in ePTO mode.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 27, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" 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, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain vehicles because the ground level emergency stop (E-stop) may not stop hydraulic functions of the machine when the machine is in ePTO mode.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2022-2025 AT Series, 2021-2025 AN Series Aerial Device, 2020-2026 TA Series Aerial Device, 2021 L Series Aerial Device, 2021 LR Series Aerial Device, 2023-2025 AM Series Aerial Device, and 2024-2025 AA Series Aerial Device vehicles. A total of 4,899 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V310000 and Altec's recall number is CSN-3322.
What You Should Do
Altec will inspect the units and test to verify the E-stop function. If the wiring is found to be incorrect, it will be updated free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed July 10, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Why This Matters
Hydraulic functions that do not immediately stop when the ground level E-stop is pressed increase the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V310000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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