2015 Altec Crane problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2015 Altec Crane — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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Does the 2015 Altec Crane have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V034000OtherJanuary 22, 2020 · 96 units

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Altec AC26, AC28, AC30, and AC38 Crane Aerial Devices. The boom lift cylinder hose may have been connected to a port that does not have an internal velocity fuse. Failure of a boom lift cylinder hose that is not protected by a velocity fuse can result in uncontrolled boom movement.

Consequence

Uncontrolled movement of the boom lift increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners and will inspect the hose to verify that it is connected properly, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is MAB 748.

18V791000Electrical SystemNovember 9, 2018 · 331 units

Defect

Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Altec AC18, AC23, AC26, AC30 and AC38 Cranes and D2B, D3A, D4A/B, DL42B, DT65 and DT80 Digger Derrick vehicles. The wiring on the 12V circuit from the chassis battery to the Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be insufficiently sized.

Consequence

The insufficiently sized wire may overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring to the PDM, with a larger wire and/or replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2019. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 703.

18V708000Electrical SystemOctober 9, 2018 · 146 units

Defect

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Altec AC40-152S Cranes. On the affected cranes, the electronic Load Moment and Area Protection (LMAP) screen may display incorrect load chart values.

Consequence

Using an incorrect chart value could lead to unit instability or loss of load control, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will update the LMAP software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Altec at 1-205-991-7733. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 696.

2015 Altec Crane — common questions

Is the 2015 Altec Crane reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2015 Altec Crane have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Altec Crane. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2015 compare to other Crane years?

Does the 2015 Altec Crane have recalls?

2015 Altec Crane — common questions

Is the 2015 Altec Crane reliable?

Does the 2015 Altec Crane have recalls?

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