2021–2023 Altec Aerial Device, 2021–2023 Altec Digger Derrick, 2021–2023 Altec Effer Crane and 1 other model Recall: Water can leak into the strobe lights, which could cause an electrical…
NHTSA campaign 23V357000 · Equipment · filed May 18, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks, Service Bodies and Cranes. Water can leak into the strobe lights, which could cause an electrical short-circuit.
The risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
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 provide instructions to inspect the light assembly for moisture and install a new fuse. If moisture is found or the light is inoperative, a light replacement kit will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3079.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Aerial Device | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Altec | Digger Derrick | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Altec | Effer Crane | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Altec | Service Body | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V357000 (manufacturer number CSN 3079). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.