Recall 25V509 affects 45 2025 Altec Ap Series vehicles for loose brake air line fittings. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 45 2025 Ap Series vehicles because a brake air line compression fitting has a tightening defect that lets the supply line or other air lines detach and trigger the chassis emergency brakes. A sudden emergency-brake stop increases crash risk, and Altec dealers will inspect and repair the fittings free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air brake supply line on a 2025 Altec Ap Series truck carries compressed air that the chassis brake system needs to control braking. A compression fitting is the small connector that grips and seals that air line so the air pressure stays where it belongs. The brake system depends on that fitting staying tight under normal vibration and use.
On affected trucks, the fitting connections were not tightened correctly after Altec components were installed. If a supply line or another air line detaches, air pressure is lost at that connection. That loss can cause the chassis emergency brakes to engage, which changes how the truck stops or moves.
There is no warning sign before failure. The fitting can look normal until the air line separates, so the repair focuses on checking the affected fittings and tightening them securely enough to keep the airline from coming loose.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Altec Ap Series | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 45 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected emergency brake activation can make the vehicle stop suddenly and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the brakes activate, so schedule the inspection and repair soon and leave extra following distance until it is completed. Repair is free at any franchised Altec dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Altec Ap Series is included in this recall.
- Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to get the brake-air-line inspection instructions and free repair kit.
- Schedule the free brake-air-line fitting inspection and securing repair for the incorrectly tightened fitting that lets air lines detach and trigger the emergency brakes.
- Bring the recall notice if Altec mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V509 and Altec recall CSN-3242 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection and repair are complete. Leave extra following distance because the emergency brakes can engage suddenly.
What happens at the repair
Altec provides inspection instructions for the brake air lines. If the inspection shows that the lines are not secured correctly, Altec provides instructions and a kit to secure them. The repair is free under the recall. If you already paid to fix this brake air line problem before the owner letter, Altec's warranty policy covers reimbursement for the related repair cost. Contact Altec customer service with the repair paperwork so they can review the claim under that policy.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 8, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 3, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 3, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 3, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 3, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V509?
Recall 25V509 covers 45 2025 Altec Ap Series vehicles with a brake air line compression fitting that was not tightened correctly. The supply line or other air lines can detach, causing the chassis emergency brakes to engage. Altec provides inspection instructions and a repair kit when lines are improperly secured.
What should I do if my 2025 Altec Ap Series is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V509. If it is, contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference Altec recall CSN-3242. Altec provides instructions to inspect the brake air lines, and the repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Altec's remedy says owners receive inspection instructions, and if the brake air lines are improperly secured, Altec provides instructions and a kit to secure the lines. Repairs are performed free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2025 Altec Ap Series?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The safety risk is sudden emergency-brake activation if an air line detaches, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, follow Altec's brake-line inspection instructions, and arrange the free repair if the lines are not properly secured.
When were owners notified about recall 25V509?
Altec mailed owner notification letters on October 3, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or did not receive a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your 2025 Altec Ap Series is included, then reference recall 25V509 or Altec recall CSN-3242 when you contact Altec.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V509000 |
|---|---|
| Altec customer service | 1-877-462-5832 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V509 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V509000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →