Recall 18V036000: 2014–2017 Altec AC40-152S
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 11, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 122
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Altec AC40-152S Cranes. On the affected cranes, the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection (LMAP) may display incorrect load chart values.
The risk
Using an incorrect chart value could lead to unit instability or loss of load control increasing the risk of death of serious injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will update the LMAP software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Altec at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 673.
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
- 2014 Altec AC40-152S
- 2015 Altec AC40-152S
- 2016 Altec AC40-152S
- 2017 Altec AC40-152S
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V036000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 673
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Feb 5, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel (Electrical System); Electrical system:software (Electrical System)
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