NHTSA Recall 18V036000: Software (electrical system) and instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 122 vehicles. It affects 2014–2017 Altec AC40-152S.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V036000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 673 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Report received | January 11, 2018 |
| Owner notification | February 5, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V036000
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.