Altec AP Series recall 26V457000 - Switches/Knobs/Buttons
NHTSA · July 16, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V457000 (Altec), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 884.
- Component: Switches/Knobs/Buttons.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Source ID
- 26V457000
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 884 vehicles, it is larger than 55% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2013-2025 AP45A trucks. The boom stow switch wire in the cargo storage area may become damaged, which can result in a short circuit, causing the wire to overheat.
Consequence
An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the risk of fire.
Corrective action
Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3349.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Ap Series | 2013 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2014 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2015 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2016 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2017 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2018 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2019 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2020 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2021 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2022 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2023 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2024 |
| Altec | Ap Series | 2025 |
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