2011 Altec Crane Telescopic Jib problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2015-02-06 · campaign 15V070000 · 724 vehicles
Defect: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 Altec Crane Telescopic Jib's manufactured March 1, 2005, to August 30, 2013. There may be un-impeded movement of the telescopic jib if the limiting pin is not inserted in the correct position.
Risk: The un-impeded movement of the jib may increase the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
Fix: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a retrofit kit that will aid the operator in the proper placement of the pin, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2015. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 610.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.