Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V383000 Reported August 3, 2012

Frame cracks

Q: What is recall 12V383000?

NHTSA recall 12V383000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on August 3, 2012. It addresses: Frame cracks. The recall affects approximately 227 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Altec Industries, Inc. · N/A · 227 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12V383000

Manufacturer Campaign

CSN 551

Manufacturer

Altec Industries, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

227

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 3, 2012

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

If cracks develop in the frame, there is an increased risk of personal injury or property damage.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 12V383000 or campaign CSN 551.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 12V383000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V383000?

NHTSA recall 12V383000 was issued by Altec Industries, Inc. on August 3, 2012. It addresses: Frame cracks. The recall affects approximately 227 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Altec Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V383000 or the manufacturer campaign number CSN 551. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.