Recall 12V517000: 2011–2012 Altec CFD 1217 Wood Chipper
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 24, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 205
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 CFD 1217 wood chippers, manufactured between May 2011 through September 2012. The wood chipper blades were not made to hardness specifications.
The risk
Due to not being the correct hardness, the wood chipper blades could fail during use causing the blade to separate. This could lead to personal injury.
The fix
Altec will notify owners and will replace the blades, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec's recall number is MAB 572.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.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Altec CFD 1217 Wood Chipper
- 2012 Altec CFD 1217 Wood Chipper
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V517000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MAB 572
- Manufacturer
- ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.
- Owner letters
- Nov 12, 2012
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology