2017–2019 Altec DC1317 Chipper, 2017–2019 Altec DRM12 Wood Chipper Recall: Flexible section of the exhaust pipe may separate, creating an exhaust gas…
NHTSA campaign 21V133000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Mar 3, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An exhaust gas leak in the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
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
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Altec | DC1317 Chipper | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Altec | DRM12 Wood Chipper | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V133000 (manufacturer number CSN 802). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.