Vehicle report

2017 ALTEC DC1317 CHIPPER

Safety recalls

1 campaign

21V133000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM Recall

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.

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.

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