NHTSA Recall 26V409000: Carrier/rack (equipment)
Altec Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2023–2025 Altec Digger Derrick.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V409000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN-3335 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › CARRIER/RACK |
| Report received | June 26, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 18, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Digger Derrick vehicles. The vertical center of gravity with poles in the pole rack was not calculated properly, resulting in an incorrect pole rack capacity rating.
Safety risk
While using the pole rack at full capacity, an incorrect high vertical center of gravity during braking and cornering may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Altec will provide owners with a safety alert placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3335.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V409000
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.