Altec Service Body Vehicles Recall
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Altec Industries is recalling 1,385 model year 2022-2026 Service Body vehicles due to a potential short circuit in the inverter wiring that could cause a fire.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 3, 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, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Service Body vehicles. The inverter output AC wiring may be routed too tightly in the electrical receptacle enclosure and become damaged, possibly resulting in a short circuit.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2022-2026 ALTEC SERVICE BODY vehicles, with a total of 1,385 units affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V429000 and Altec's recall number is CSN-3340.
What You Should Do
Altec will install an electrical receptacle enclosure extension free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.
Why This Matters
A short may cause the inverter AC wiring to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V429000 - Altec Industries, Inc.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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