Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 DC1317 wood chippers manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V601000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 813 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V601000
| Manufacturer: | Altec Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 26, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V601000 |
| Units affected: | 813 |
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- If the disc detaches within the housing, there is an increased risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.