Altec 2011–2014 Equipment recall
Recalled September 26, 2014 · NHTSA recall 14V601000 · Altec
Hazard
If the disc detaches within the housing, there is an increased risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
Remedy
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will replace the disc bearing mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 604.
Units
813 units
Description
Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 DC1317 wood chippers manufactured September 1, 2011, to July 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the chipper cutting disc bearing to the unit may fail and the chipper disc may detach.
What to do
Altec has notified owners, and dealers will replace the disc bearing mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 604.
Product
Altec DC1317
Manufacturer(s)
Altec Industries, Inc. · ALTEC ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →