NHTSA campaign 13V503000
Altec Industries Inc. recall 13V503000
Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 WC126/166 and WC126A/166A Wood Chippers with various frame and axle combinations. In certain combinations, the bracket attaching the axle to the chipper may develop cracks and break.
Reported 10/17/2013
What can happen
If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
Repair
Altec will notify owners and service personnel will check and replace any axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2013. Owner's may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's recall number is CSN 581.
Components
- Suspension: Rear: Axle: Non-powered axle assembly
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.
2010 Altec WC126View records2010 Altec WC126AView records2010 Altec WC166View records2010 Altec WC166AView records2009 Altec WC126View records2009 Altec WC126AView records2009 Altec WC166View records2009 Altec WC166AView records2008 Altec WC126View records2008 Altec WC126AView records2008 Altec WC166View records2008 Altec WC166AView records