Autocar Acx 2012
Model Acx made in 2012 by Autocar got 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningpower train and service brakes, air.
Model 2012
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V083000 | MCNEILUS TRUCK & MANUFACTURING | from 03/17/2011 to 02/10/2012 | V (Vehicle) | 111 | 05/02/2012 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 03/02/2012 | 03/02/2012 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2012 autocar acx trucks, manufactured from march 17, 2011, through february 10, 2012. the refuse truck manufacturing process may require that the tag axle on the chassis be removed. during removal, two air lines must be reinstalled in the correct location. if the air lines are reconnected incorrectly, the tag axle brakes will be applied when the tag axle is lifted, but will not function when the tag is axle is lowered. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Reduced braking ability could increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mcneilus will notify owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. the safety recall began on may 2, 2012. owners may contact mcneilus at 507-374-6321. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mcneilus safety recall campaign no. 41-0967369. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V046000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 12/22/2010 to 12/05/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 269 | 08/08/2012 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 02/08/2012 | 02/09/2012 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Autocar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 acx heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, manufactured from december 22, 2010, through december 5, 2011, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on august 8, 2012. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SP-2-103-004 | 01/01/2012 | 10043671 | Autocar: engine oil dipstick tube is being replaced on certain acx model isc engine. *pe | 04/18/2012 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| SP-3-610-001 | 01/01/2012 | 10043354 | Autocar: information pertaining to installation of an acx isl g trinary harness which will enhance truck operation. *pe | 03/19/2012 | |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| SP-3-610-001 | 01/01/2012 | 10043354 | Autocar: information pertaining to installation of an acx isl g trinary harness which will enhance truck operation. *pe | 03/19/2012 | |