Altec Recalls 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and Aerial Devices for Engine Start Risk
Altec is recalling 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and AM Series Aerial Devices because a missing diode may cause the engine to start unintentionally, posing an injury risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for potential injury during maintenance.
Plain-English summary
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2025 Digger Derrick and 2021-2025 AM Series Aerial Device vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the Altec power distribution module where a missing diode may cause the chassis engine to start unintentionally.
An engine that starts unexpectedly increases the risk of injury to anyone near the engine compartment during maintenance operations. This hazard is specific to the maintenance context described in the recall notice.
Altec will provide instructions to inspect the power distribution module for a diode and provide a repair kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3281.
The recalled product
- Product
- ALTEC AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE, DIGGER DERRICK
- Brand
- ALTEC
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Affected units
- 57
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- AM SERIES AERIAL DEVICE
- DIGGER DERRICK
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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