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ALTEC AP45A — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2026-08-19

ALTEC boom stow switch wiring could short circuit and melt, fire risk

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-08-19
Manufacturer	ALTEC
Models affected	AP45A
Model year	2014.0; 2016.0
Units affected	3.0
Defect	Issue: On a small number of aerial devices, the boom stow switch wiring could become damaged. If this happens, the wiring could short circuit and melt. Safety Risk: A short circuit and/or wiring that overheats can create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: Altec Industries will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions and a kit for how to inspect and, if necessary, install a guard to protect the wiring. If the wiring is damaged, it will be replaced.
Component	Electrical
Recall type	Equipment
Recall number	2026400
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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