2018 Altec Ap Series
Recalled by Altec Industries, Inc.
Food recall
Altec Industries, Inc.
Vehicle safety recall
This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Altec Industries, Inc. has issued a safety recall covering 2018 Altec Ap Series, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall was reported on July 16, 2026 and affects approximately 884 vehicles. Vehicle safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the NHTSA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers 2018 Altec Ap Series, with approximately 884 vehicles affected. The company behind the recall is Altec Industries, Inc., based in Nationwide. The NHTSA describes the product as: “2018 Altec Ap Series; 2017 Altec Ap Series; 2020 Altec Ap Series; 2022 Altec Ap Series; 2019 Altec Ap Series; 2013 Altec Ap Series; 2016 Altec Ap Series; 2021 Altec Ap Series; 2015 Altec Ap Series; 2024 Altec Ap Series; 2025 Altec Ap Series; 2023 Altec Ap Ser…”
Why was 2018 Altec Ap Series recalled?
According to the NHTSA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2013-2025 AP45A trucks. The boom stow switch wire in the cargo storage area may become damaged, which can result in a short circuit, causing the wire to overheat. An overheated wire can ignite flammable material in the cargo area, increasing the r….”
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 2018 Altec Ap Series, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of c…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
Check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN (the 17-character number on your dashboard or door jamb) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If it is, contact your dealer — safety recall repairs are performed free of charge. You can also call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public NHTSA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the NHTSA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- July 16, 2026
- Recall started
- July 16, 2026
- Distributed in
- Nationwide
Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.Show full text ▾
Altec will instruct owners to inspect their vehicle and if the wire is not protected, order a kit that includes a bolt on guard to protect the wires, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3349.What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was 2018 Altec Ap Series recalled?+
According to the NHTSA: Altec Industries, Inc.
How serious is this recall?+
Vehicle safety recall. This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What should I do if I have 2018 Altec Ap Series?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data for this recall.
Recall number: NHTSA-26V457000. Information last synced from the FDA on July 21, 2026.