Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V601000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V601000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011-2014 dc1317 wood chippers manufactured september 1, 2011, to july 14, 2014 Includes 813 affected units, Disc Chipper Fasteners may Fail, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2011-2014 dc1317 wood chippers manufactured september 1, 2011, to july 14, 2014

Defect 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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V601000

Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2014-09-26T00:00:00

Subject: Disc chipper fasteners may fail

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 813

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 604

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 87.7

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