NHTSA Recall 13V134000: Equipment and bumpers (structure)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Altec AC18.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V134000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 573 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE › BODY › BUMPERS |
| Report received | April 4, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V134000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Altec AC18 | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Altec AC23 | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Altec AC38 | 2010, 2011, 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.