ALTEC 2017 ALTEC DC1317 CHIPPER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 ALTEC DC1317 CHIPPER
Brand
ALTEC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 ALTEC DC1317 CHIPPER vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:exhaust system issues. An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026