Recall 21V133000: 2017–2019 Altec DC1317 Chipper, 2017–2019 Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 3, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 355
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2017-2019 DC1317 and DRM12 Chippers equipped with a gasoline engine. The flexible section of the exhaust pipe may separate, creating an exhaust gas leak.
The risk
An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Altec will notify owners, and owners will receive instructions to replace the flex pipe, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2021. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 802.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 Altec DC1317 Chipper
- 2018 Altec DC1317 Chipper
- 2019 Altec DC1317 Chipper
- 2017 Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper
- 2018 Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper
- 2019 Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V133000
- Manufacturer campaign
- CSN 802
- Manufacturer
- Altec Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 28, 2021
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system (Engine)
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