Recalls for 2010 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE

Posted on: 2018-01-08
Description
Altec industries inc.  (altec) is recalling certain 2010-2011 effer 440 and 470 knuckle boom cranes.  The inner race rotation bearing fasteners for the crane turret may fail and the pedestal may crack if the fasteners are not replaced every two years.

Consequence
If the rotation bearing fasteners fail or the pedestal cracks, the crane may not be stable, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pedestal weld for cracks and replace the inner race rotation bearing fasteners, free of charge.  The recall began on february 2, 2018.  Owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.  Altec's number for this recall is csn 674.

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.

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2018-01-08
Description
Altec industries inc.  (altec) is recalling certain 2010-2011 effer 440 and 470 knuckle boom cranes.  The inner race rotation bearing fasteners for the crane turret may fail and the pedestal may crack if the fasteners are not replaced every two years.

Consequence
If the rotation bearing fasteners fail or the pedestal cracks, the crane may not be stable, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pedestal weld for cracks and replace the inner race rotation bearing fasteners, free of charge.  The recall began on february 2, 2018.  Owners may contact altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832.  Altec's number for this recall is csn 674.

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.