2020 Altec Ta Class problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Electrical System:wiring:power Distribution Module/Ipdm 2025-06-13 · campaign 25V400000 · 965 vehicles
Defect: Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2020 TA Series, 2019 L Series Aerial Device, 2018-2025 Service Body, LS Series, and AT Series trucks. The Power Distribution Module (PDM 10) circuit may experience a voltage spike, which can damage the Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM) and disrupt chassis functions, including the PTO switch, rearview mirror, or rearview camera.
Risk: A damaged TCCM and disrupted chassis functions can result in a loss of handling and control or brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Altec will install a diode to the ignition hot circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3229.
Service bulletins (2)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2021-05-27 · SIL 801 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
altec has learned that the fender rubber on certain units built from july 2020 to october 2020 can become detached from the wheel well fender cutout of the utility body. altec recommends that all fender rubber be inspected using the inspection procedure described in the sil. if the installed fende
Service Brakes, Air 2021-03-19 · SIL 790 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
it has been discovered that some hydraulic lines installed by altec may be in contact with chassis air brake line(s). some dot inspections have considered this to be a violation of federal regulation 49 cfr ⧠393.45 b 2. over time, chafing of the air brake line(s) could result in loss of air pressu
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.