ALTEC 2010 ALTEC WC126 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2010 ALTEC WC126
Brand
ALTEC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2010
Altec Industries Inc. is recalling certain 2010 ALTEC WC126 vehicles due to suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly issues. If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the bracket breaks, the axle may separate from the chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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