ALTEC DC1317 2014: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V601000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| ALTEC | DC1317 | 2014 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-10-29 | 2014-09-26 | 2014-09-26 |
Production Dates: 2011-09-01 - 2014-07-14
Manufacturers Involved: Altec Industries, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: CSN 604
Component: EQUIPMENT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 813
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
If the disc detaches within the housing, there is an increased risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
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.
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.
