CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- 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.
- Risk
- An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The flexible section of the exhaust pipe on certain gasoline-powered chippers may separate, causing an exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment.
An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire. Affected owners should be alert to this hazard until the repair is completed.
Altec Industries will notify owners, who will receive instructions to replace the flex pipe free of charge. The repair is free at an authorized dealer. You can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 (recall number CSN 802) and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec DC1317 Chipper | 201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper | 201720182019 |