Recalls for 2013 Altec Dsc6 Brush Chipper

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2015-12-01
Description
Altec industries inc.  (altec) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 dc610 and dsc6 brush chippers manufactured june 1, 2011, to april 1, 2015.  The affected brush chippers may have improper or missing welds.  Additionally, the dsc6 chippers may be equipped with incorrect anvil spacers.

Consequence
Improper or missing welds and/or incorrect anvil spacers may cause the anvil to detach and interfere with the cutting blades, significantly damaging the chipper and increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Altec will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any of the missing or incorrect anvil welds, and will replace the improper anvil spacers, free of charge.  The recall began on january 19, 2016.  Owners may contact altec customer service at 1-800-860-0183.  Altec's number for this recall is csn 626.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.