Known Recalls

Model year record

2013 ALTEC AP Series

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. No owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V457000

Electrical system: wiring: switches/knobs/buttons

Component
Electrical system: wiring: switches/knobs/buttons
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Vehicles affected
884
Reported to NHTSA
2026-07-16
Owners notified
2026-09-11

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

No complaints recorded for this model year.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.