Effer · United States · High
Effer 470 Knuckle Boom Crane, 440 Knuckle Boom Crane: Equipment
Affects Effer 470 Knuckle Boom Crane, 440 Knuckle Boom Crane · 2015 — about 5 vehicles.
The hazard
The cracks may lead to pedestal separation and the crane falling, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Altec will notify owners and dealers will inspect the pedestal for cracked welds and will replace the mounting bolts for the rotation bearing. The recall began on March 3, 2016. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 629.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational