NHTSA Recall 13V503000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V503000; Date: Oct. 17, 2013
If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Altec WC126; 2009 Altec WC126; 2010 Altec WC126; 2008 Altec Wc126a; 2009 Altec Wc126a; 2010 Altec Wc126a; 2008 Altec WC166; 2009 Altec WC166; 2010 Altec WC166; 2008 Altec Wc166a; 2009 Altec Wc166a; 2010 Altec Wc166a
Component: Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 682
Recall Summary:
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 wc126/166 and wc126a/166a wood chippers with various frame and axle combinations. In certain combinations, the bracket attaching the axle to the chipper may develop cracks and break.
How to Fix:
Altec will notify owners and service personnel will check and replace any axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2013. Owner's may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is csn 581.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 15, 2013
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