How many recalls does the 2012 Altec Freightliner have?

The 2012 Altec Freightliner has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2012 Altec Freightliner has an open recall?

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2012 Altec Freightliner Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2012 Altec Freightliner has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,807 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR 12V483000 2012-10-03 1,807 affected

Defect

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vehicles mounted on a Freightliner chassis. Due to improper installation, the air supply line of the front brakes is susceptible to kinking.

Consequence

Overtime, the front brake line could become kinked leading to a loss of front brake control, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 4, 2013. Owners may contact Altec Industries at 1-877-462-5832.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2012 Altec Freightliner as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.