Altec recalls 2013–2025 AP45A trucks over damaged boom switch wire that can overheat
The boom stow switch wire in the cargo storage area may become damaged and short circuit, causing it to overheat and ignite flammable material in the cargo area, which raises the risk of fire.
What to do
Inspect your vehicle, and if the wire is not protected, order a free kit with a bolt-on guard to protect the wires. Owners may call Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and mention recall number CSN-3349.
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Recall details
- Product
- Altec Ap Series 2013–2025
- Company
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Hazard
- An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the risk of fire.
- Units
- 884 vehicles
- Owner notification
- September 11, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 16, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V457000
- Manufacturer campaign number: CSN-3349
- Model years: 2013–2025
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
- 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.
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