Owners of 57 Altec 2021–2025 Digger Derrick and 2021–2025 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles are affected; the chassis engine may start unintentionally because a diode may be missing from the Altec power distribution module. An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury during maintenance. Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module and, if needed, a repair kit free of charge; owner letters were mailed March 27, 2026, and owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 (recall CSN-3281).
What's being recalled
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and 2021-2025 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles. The chassis engine may start unintentionally due to a missing diode in the Altec power distribution module.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V071000; Manufacturer campaign CSN-3281
The hazard
An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to anyone near the engine compartment during maintenance operations.
What to do
Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode, and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3281.
The official notice
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