Recall 18V006 covers 4 2010-2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane and Effer 440 cranes for unstable crane turrets. Free repair at an Altec dealer.
Altec is recalling 4 2010-2011 470 Knuckle Boom Crane and Effer 440 units because rotation bearing fasteners in the crane turret can fail and the pedestal can crack. That failure can leave the crane unstable and raise injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once Altec makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The rotation bearing at the crane turret lets the boom assembly swing while carrying load through the pedestal. Its inner race fasteners, also called cap screws in the service bulletin, clamp that bearing in place so the turret stays fixed to the crane structure during operation. On the 2010-2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane and Effer 440, those fasteners are part of the load path between the rotating crane and the mounted chassis.
The problem is maintenance-sensitive. EFFER's bulletin says the inner race rotation bearing cap screws must be replaced every two years. If they stay in service past that interval, the fasteners can fail. Once that clamping force is lost, stress transfers into the pedestal and cracks can form around the crane base.
Before use, inspect the unit for cracked pedestal structure or failed fasteners. That inspection is the warning sign named for this recall, so do not ignore visible cracking, missing fastener heads, looseness, or any unusual movement at the turret.
Who's affected?
Covers both Altec crane models across the 2010 and 2011 model years, with Equipment and body or structural component scopes.
| 2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2010 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane | Equipment |
| 2010 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane | body or structural component |
| 2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane | body or structural component |
| 2011 Altec Effer 440 | Equipment |
| 2011 Altec Effer 440 | body or structural component |
| 2010 Altec Effer 440 | Equipment |
| 2010 Altec Effer 440 | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 4 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Failed rotation bearing fasteners or a cracked pedestal can make the crane unstable and increase the risk of injury. Inspect the unit before use, since cracks or failed fasteners can be found before operation. Schedule the dealer inspection and repair before using the crane for work. Repair will be free at any franchised Altec dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane or Effer 440 is included in this recall.
- Contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 for repair instructions before using the crane in lift service.
- Ask for inspection of the pedestal weld and replacement of the inner race rotation bearing fasteners, the repair that addresses turret fastener failure and pedestal cracking.
- Bring the recall notice if Altec mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V006 and Altec recall CSN 674 when you call.
- Keep the crane out of lift service until Altec confirms the pedestal weld inspection and fastener replacement are complete.
What happens at the repair
Altec's listed dealer remedy is an inspection of the crane pedestal weld for cracks, followed by replacement of the inner race rotation bearing fasteners. If the inspection finds cracking, the dealer handles the pedestal condition under the recall process. Because the remedy status in this record is not marked available, treat scheduling as dependent on dealer confirmation. Once available, an Altec technician completes the recall repair free of charge. Altec has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so ask customer service how to submit documentation for related out-of-pocket repairs already paid.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 4, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 30, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 2, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V006?
Recall 18V006 covers 4 2010-2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane and Effer 440 units. The inner race rotation bearing fasteners for the crane turret can fail, and the pedestal can crack if the fasteners are not replaced every two years, reducing crane stability and increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Altec 470 Knuckle Boom Crane or Effer 440 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific crane is included in recall 18V006. If it is, contact an Altec dealer or Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 to schedule the pedestal weld inspection and rotation bearing fastener replacement. Reference recall number 18V006 and Altec CSN 674.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recalled safety defects at no cost. Altec dealers will inspect the pedestal weld for cracks and replace the inner race rotation bearing fasteners free of charge.
Is it safe to use the crane before the recall repair?
Confirm recall status before crane work. If your unit is included, schedule the repair before further operation because failed rotation bearing fasteners or a cracked pedestal reduces crane stability and increases injury risk.
When did Altec start the recall repair?
Altec began the recall repair on February 2, 2018. The repair path is an inspection of the pedestal weld for cracks and replacement of the inner race rotation bearing fasteners through an Altec dealer, free of charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V006000 |
|---|---|
| Altec customer service | 1-877-462-5832 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V006 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V006000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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