2009 Altec WC126A recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2009 Altec WC126A. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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- Oct 17, 2013Crash risk2008–2010 Altec WC126, 2008–2010 Altec WC126A, 2008–2010 Altec WC166 and 1 other model — Suspension
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.
13V503000 · 682 units · Altec Industries Inc.
- Oct 5, 2010Crash risk2008–2009 Altec WC126, 2009–2010 Altec WC126A, 2008–2009 Altec WC166 and 1 other model — Structure
ALTEC IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 WC126 AND WC166, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 WC126A AND WC166A WOOD CHIPPER UTILITY VEHICLES BUILT FROM JANUARY 2008 THROUGH MAY 2010. IT WAS DISCOVERED CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE FRAME RAILS OF WOOD CHIPPERS DUE TO CONCENTRATED LOADS ON THE FRAME RAIL FLANGE AT THE AXLE MOUNT.
10V465000 · 686 units · ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC.