Altec Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15V810000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V810000 by Altec Industries, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011-2015 dc610 and dsc6 brush chippers manufactured june 1, 2011, to april 1, 2015 Includes 718 affected units, Missing Welds or Incorrect Anvil Spacers, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2011-2015 dc610 and dsc6 brush chippers manufactured june 1, 2011, to april 1, 2015

Defect Summary

Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 dc610 and dsc6 brush chippers manufactured june 1, 2011, to april 1, 2015. the affected brush chippers may have improper or missing welds. additionally, the dsc6 chippers may be equipped with incorrect anvil spacers.

Corrective Action

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any of the missing or incorrect anvil welds, and will replace the improper anvil spacers, free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2016. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. altec's number for this recall is csn 626.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V810000

Manufacturer: Altec Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2015-12-01T00:00:00

Subject: Missing welds or incorrect anvil spacers

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 718

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CSN 626

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Altec industries inc. (altec) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 dc610 and dsc6 brush chippers manufactured june 1, 2011, to april 1, 2015. the affected brush chippers may have improper or missing welds. additionally, the dsc6 chippers may be equipped with incorrect anvil spacers.

Consequence Summary: Improper or missing welds and/or incorrect anvil spacers may cause the anvil to detach and interfere with the cutting blades, significantly damaging the chipper and increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any of the missing or incorrect anvil welds, and will replace the improper anvil spacers, free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2016. owners may contact altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183. altec's number for this recall is csn 626.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 80.92

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