Altec · United States · High
Altec DC912A, WC126A: Suspension — spindle
Affects Altec DC912A, WC126A · 2009–2011 — about 210 vehicles.
The hazard
THE SPINDLE ON THE AXLE COULD FAIL ALLOWING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE CHIPPER, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
What to do
ALTEC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AXLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALTEC AT 1-877-435-9258.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational