CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- 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.
- Risk
- Using an incorrect chart value could lead to unit instability or loss of load control increasing the risk of death of serious injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2014-2017 Altec AC40-152S cranes may display incorrect load chart values on the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection (LMAP) system. Relying on a wrong value can lead to unit instability or loss of load control.
This creates a risk of death or serious injury to operators and people nearby. If you own or operate an affected crane, contact Altec at 1-205-991-7733 and reference recall CSN 673 to confirm your eligibility. Check the load charts and LMAP readings carefully before lifting, and follow the manufacturer's guidance until the fix is installed.
Altec will notify owners, and the LMAP software update will be performed by dealers free of charge, as necessary. Check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the update as soon as it is offered.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec AC40-152S | 2014201520162017 |
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