Altec recall: 2021–2023 Service Body – equipment
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling 2021–2023 Altec Service Body because of a fire risk – 280 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on August 27, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
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| Product | 2021–2023 Altec Service Body |
| Brand | Altec |
| Company | Altec Industries, Inc. |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | August 27, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | August 27, 2026 |
| Quantity | 280 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V551000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | Service Body | 2021–2023 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V551000
- Manufacturer recall number
- CSN-3360
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:SIREN/LIGHTING/STROBES
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, Amber LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, Amber LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · 991313410
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, White LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, White LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · 991331818
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, Red LED, Red Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, Red LED, Red Lens, 12V, .275A · 991372884
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, Red LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, Red LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · 991386989
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, Blue LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, Blue LED, Clear Lens, 12V, .275A · 991342343
- Recalled part
- Light, Strobe, Amber LED, Amber Lens, 12V, .275A · Light, Strobe, Amber LED, Amber Lens, 12V, .275A · 991441134
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: a fire risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Service Body vehicles. Water can leak into the strobe lights, which may cause an electrical short-circuit.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.”
What to do
NHTSA: “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, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3360. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 23V357.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V551000.
Other Altec recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 |  Altec recall: 2024–2025 A-Class and 4 more – structureVehicles · 6,780 vehicles (potentially affected) | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Altec recall: 2021–2026 Digger Derrick and 1 more – electrical systemVehicles · 143 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Altec recall: 2023 Aa Series Aerial Device and 2 more – forward collision avoidanceVehicles · 55 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
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| Oct 8, 2026 | Genesis recall: 2017–2020 G80 and 1 more – seatsVehicles · 94,622 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Honda recall: 2023–2026 Accord Hybrid and 2 more – tiresVehicles · 4,804 vehicles (potentially affected) | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Tiffin recall: 2022–2025 Allegro Bus and 1 more – fuel systemVehicles · 177 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Toyota recall: 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – engine and engine coolingVehicles · 30,978 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Altec 2021–2023 Altec Service Body recalled?
Yes. Altec Industries, Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on August 27, 2026; NHTSA published it August 27, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a fire risk. Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Service Body vehicles. Water can leak into the strobe lights, which may cause an electrical short-circuit.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: 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, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3360. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 23V357.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.