2014 Altec DC1317 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 26, 2014 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other DC1317 years
Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2014 Altec DC1317 so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2014 Altec DC1317 recalls (1)

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EquipmentSep 26, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V601000 · 813 vehicles

Problem: Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 DC1317 wood chippers manufactured September 1, 2011, to July 14, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the fasteners that attach the chipper cutting disc bearing to the unit may fail and the chipper disc may detach.

Risk: If the disc detaches within the housing, there is an increased risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.

Fix: Altec has notified owners, and dealers will replace the disc bearing mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 604.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Other Altec DC1317 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201401
2013 DC131701
2012 DC131701
2011 DC131701
2009 DC131701
2008 DC131701

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Altec DC1317?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Altec DC1317?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2014 Altec DC1317 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other DC1317 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.