Recall 16V037000: 2015 Effer 440 Knuckle Boom Crane, 2015 Effer 470 Knuckle Boom Crane
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 26, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2015 Effer 440 and 470 Knuckle Boom Cranes manufactured January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2015. The affected cranes have pedestals that may crack in the welded area.
The risk
The cracks may lead to pedestal separation and the crane falling, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect the pedestal for cracked welds and will replace the mounting bolts for the rotation bearing. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 629.
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
- 2015 Effer 440 Knuckle Boom Crane
- 2015 Effer 470 Knuckle Boom Crane
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V037000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 629
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2016
- 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