Altec Digger Derrick and AC Series Crane recall 26V170000 - Exterior Lighting

NHTSA · March 20, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V170000 (Altec), reported March 20, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 134.
• Component: Exterior Lighting.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

March 20, 2026

Recalling firm

Altec Industries, Inc.

Source ID

26V170000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 204 recall campaigns from Altec Industries, Inc since 2010, 18 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 134 vehicles, it is larger than 34% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Corrective action

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.

Affected vehicles

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