The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·24V821000·Announced 2024-10-31

Altec Recalls 2022-2024 AC Series Cranes Due to Outrigger Shoe Defect

Altec Industries is recalling 2022-2024 AC series cranes because improperly manufactured outrigger shoes may crack and fail, reducing stability and increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (crane outrigger shoes) that can cause the crane to fall, posing a significant risk of injury.

Plain-English summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2024 AC series cranes. The recall involves 800 units where the crane outrigger shoes may have been improperly manufactured. This defect can cause the shoes to crack and fail under load, which reduces the crane's stability.

A loss of stability during operation could cause the crane to fall, increasing the risk of injury. Altec will replace the outrigger shoes free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 20, 2024.

Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN-3194. 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 nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
ALTEC CRANE
Brand
ALTEC
Manufacturer
Altec Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Crane
Hazard
Affected units
800

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CRANE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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