NHTSA Recall 18V708000: Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system) and software (electrical system)
Altec Industries Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 146 vehicles. It affects 2014–2018 Altec Crane.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V708000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | CSN 696 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | October 9, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 27, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Altec AC40-152S Cranes. On the affected cranes, the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection (LMAP) screen 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 injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will update the LMAP software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Altec at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 696.
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 18V708000
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.