Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelRecall 18V-708 · 2014–2018 Altec Crane
Altec Industries Inc. recall 18V-708 covers 146 2014–2018 Altec Crane for a electrical system: instrument cluster/panel problem, reported to NHTSA on October 9, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 55% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V708000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
55%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.