Altec Industries, Inc. recalls 2011–2015 Altec Dc610 Brush Chipper, Dsc6 Brush Chipper

Recall date

December 1, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V810000

Brand / firm

Altec

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 718 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.