NHTSA Recall 12V517000: Equipment
ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 205 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Altec Cfd 1217 Wood Chipper.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V517000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | MAB 572 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | October 24, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Altec is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 CFD 1217 wood chippers, manufactured between May 2011 through September 2012. The wood chipper blades were not made to hardness specifications.
Safety risk
Due to not being the correct hardness, the wood chipper blades could fail during use causing the blade to separate. This could lead to personal injury.
Remedy
Altec will notify owners and will replace the blades, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 12, 2012. Owners may contact Altec at 1-877-462-5832.
Notes
Altec's recall number is MAB 572.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V517000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.