Altec 2011–2012 Equipment recall
Recalled October 24, 2012 · NHTSA recall 12V517000 · Altec
Hazard
Due to not being the correct hardness, the wood chipper blades could fail during use causing the blade to separate. This could lead to personal injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and will replace the blades, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Units
205 units
Description
Altec is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 CFD 1217 wood chippers, manufactured between May 2011 through September 2012. The wood chipper blades were not made to hardness specifications.
What to do
Altec will notify owners and will replace the blades, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Product
Altec CFD 1217 WOOD CHIPPER
Manufacturer(s)
Altec Industries, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →