NHTSA Recall 14V601000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V601000; Date: Sep. 26, 2014
If the disc detaches within the housing, there is an increased risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Altec DC1317; 2012 Altec DC1317; 2013 Altec DC1317; 2014 Altec DC1317
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Altec Industries Inc.
Affected Units:: 813
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
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: Oct 29, 2014
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