2017–2018 Altec Aerial Device, 2017–2018 Altec Digger Derrick, 2017–2018 Altec Service Body Recall: Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may…
NHTSA campaign 18V873000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Dec 7, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Digger Derrick, Aerial Devices, and Service Body vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 708.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Aerial Device | 2017, 2018 |
| Altec | Digger Derrick | 2017, 2018 |
| Altec | Service Body | 2017, 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V873000 (manufacturer number CSN 708). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.