2010-2012 Altec AC18, Altec AC23 and others recall: bumpers

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on April 4, 2013. It covers about 17 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 17
reported: Apr 4, 2013
owners notified: May 22, 2013

Structure: body: bumpers

What is wrong: Altec is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 AC18, AC23, and AC38 cranes with front bumper outriggers mounted on Kenworth chassis between November 2010 and October 2012. The brackets that attach the outrigger to the front bumper of the chassis may be inadequate to support the full capacity of the crane in certain positions.
Risk: The inadequate mounting brackets may allow the outrigger to bend, reducing the stability of the crane truck which could result in injury, death, and/or property damage.
Remedy: Altec will notify owners and dealers will replace the front bumper outrigger attachments. Notification to owners began on May 22, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 573.

Recall number 13V134000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V134000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 Altec AC18, Altec AC23 and others bumpers?

Yes. Recall 13V134000, reported on April 4, 2013, covers about 17 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V134000?

Altec will notify owners and dealers will replace the front bumper outrigger attachments. Notification to owners began on May 22, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1‑877‑462‑5832. Altec's recall campaign number is CSN 573.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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