Recall 15V070000: 2005–2013 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 6, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 724
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 Altec Crane Telescopic Jib's manufactured March 1, 2005, to August 30, 2013. There may be un-impeded movement of the telescopic jib if the limiting pin is not inserted in the correct position.
The risk
The un-impeded movement of the jib may increase the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a retrofit kit that will aid the operator in the proper placement of the pin, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 610.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2006 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2007 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2008 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2009 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2010 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2011 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2012 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
- 2013 Altec Crane Telescopic JIB
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V070000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 610
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 10, 2015
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology