2009 Altec WC166 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other WC166 years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2009 Altec WC166 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2009 Altec WC166 recalls (2)
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Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: Altec is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 wc126 and wc166, model year 2009-2010 wc126a and wc166a wood chipper utility vehicles built from january 2008 through may 2010. It was discovered cracks may develop in the frame rails of wood chippers due to concentrated loads on the frame rail flange at the axle mount.
Risk: While loading the frame could brake increasing the risk of property damage and personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on october 25, 2010. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-462-5832.
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 WC166 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 WC166 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 WC166 | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Altec WC166?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Altec WC166?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Altec WC166 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other WC166 model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.