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2014-2017 Altec Ac40-152s recall: software

Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall on January 11, 2018. It covers about 122 vehicles.

vehicles affected
122
reported
Jan 11, 2018
owners notified
Feb 5, 2018

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
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.

Recall number 18V036000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V036000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2017 Altec Ac40-152s software?

Yes. Recall 18V036000, reported on January 11, 2018, covers about 122 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V036000?

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.

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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