Altec recall: Suspension
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Altec Wc126 2008–2010
- Altec Wc126A 2008–2010
- Altec Wc166 2008–2010
- Altec Wc166A 2008–2010
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 13V503000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Altec Industries Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Oct 17, 2013
- Owners notified
- Nov 15, 2013
- Vehicles or items affected
- 682
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
- Maker's own recall number
- CSN 581
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Altec recall: Structure Oct 5, 2010
- Altec recall: Suspension Aug 1, 2011
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.