2008–2009 Altec DC1217, 2008–2009 Altec DC1317, 2008–2011 Altec DC1317HP Recall: Cracks could develop in the wood chipper frame
NHTSA campaign 12V383000 · Structure · filed Aug 3, 2012 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Altec Environmental Products (AEP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 DC1217 and DC1317 and model year 2008-2011 DC1317HP wood chippers. Cracks could develop in the wood chipper frame.
The risk
If cracks develop in the frame, there is an increased risk of personal injury or property damage.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
AEP will notify owners, and dealers will install frame reinforcement kits to all affected units. The safety recall began on August 24, 2012. Owners may contact Altec Environmental Products at 1-877-462-5832.
Altec Environmental Products' recall campaign number is CSN 551.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Altec vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 12V383000 (manufacturer number CSN 551). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.