NHTSA recall 21V133000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Altec DC1317 Chipper and 1 more
Reported Mar 3, 2021355 vehicles affectedAltec Industries, Inc.Maker’s number CSN 802
The defect
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 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.