2014–2017 Altec AC40-152S Recall: On the affected cranes, the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection…
NHTSA campaign 18V036000 · Electrical System · filed Jan 11, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The risk
Using an incorrect chart value could lead to unit instability or loss of load control increasing the risk of death of serious injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V036000 (manufacturer number CSN 673). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.