Autocar Wx 2002
Model Wx made in 2002 by Autocar got 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment adaptive and equipment. There were some recalls concerningpower train and suspension.
Model 2002
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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V493000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 01/14/2002 to 11/18/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 834 | 12/15/2003 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 11/26/2003 | 12/03/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with allison heavy duty transmissions, the bolts fastening the propshaft to the transmission yoke were not tightened sufficiently. loose bolts can cause dislocation of the propshaft. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could cause the vehicle to lose power to its wheels and result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and re-tighten bolts to the required specifications . customers who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no. a-0307.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V358000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 01/16/2002 to 10/18/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 40 | 09/01/2003 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 09/29/2003 | 09/30/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks assembled by volvo trucks, the transmission may go into forward gear without the driver first pressing down on the brake pedal. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could allow the vehicle to move forward without warning, creating the potential for a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install an additonal air operated stop light switch and necessary wiring changes. owner notification began september 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no. a-0302.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V020000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 04/03/2002 to 08/23/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 32 | 01/14/2003 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 02/06/2003 | 02/12/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle upper seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Volvo truck sent notification letters to owners for autocar on january 14, 2003. dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-964-3121. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no. a-301.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| SP-8-451-001 | 10/01/2009 | 10032544 | Autocar: certain trucks may qualify for the installation of step braces and replacement of cab skirts, depending on owner use and maintenance. no model years listed. *pe | 04/12/2010 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| SP-8-451-001 | 10/01/2009 | 10032544 | Autocar: certain trucks may qualify for the installation of step braces and replacement of cab skirts, depending on owner use and maintenance. no model years listed. *pe | 04/12/2010 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-6-389-001 | 11/01/2011 | 10042387 | Autocar: instructions provided by bulletin for inspection and proper torque of hardware for steering assist cylinder bracket. *pe | 12/06/2011 | |