Altec recall: Equipment
What is wrong
Altec is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 AC35/38 cranes equipped with 31-55 foot telescopic jibs built between 2010 and 2011. The jib attachment bracket is not sufficient for loads that can occur when the fully extended jib is lifted off the ground.
What could happen
If the jib fails while the crane is in operation, it could pose a risk of injury to people in close proximity.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and dealers will install jib bracket reinforcement kits. Dealers will also install a kit to repair any jib bracket that is damaged. The recall began on July 8, 2013. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 576.
Vehicles covered
- Altec Ac35/38 Crane 2010–2011
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 13V193000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 10, 2013
- Owners notified
- Jul 8, 2013
- Vehicles or items affected
- 56
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Equipment
- Maker's own recall number
- CSN 576
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.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.