Recall 18V708000: 2014–2018 Altec Crane
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 9, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 146
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Altec AC40-152S Cranes. On the affected cranes, the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection (LMAP) screen 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 injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will update the LMAP software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Altec at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 696.
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 Crane
- 2015 Altec Crane
- 2016 Altec Crane
- 2017 Altec Crane
- 2018 Altec Crane
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V708000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 696
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Owner letters
- Nov 27, 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