NHTSA Recall 23V357000: Siren/lighting/strobes (equipment)
Altec Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,431 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Altec Aerial Device.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V357000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 3079 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › EMERGENCY › SIREN/LIGHTING/STROBES |
| Report received | May 18, 2023 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V357000
| Make and 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 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.