Autocar Wx 2006
Model Wx made in 2006 by Autocar got 3 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningseats and steering.
Model 2006
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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SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
07V007000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 10/03/2006 to 12/09/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 236 | 01/22/2007 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 01/05/2007 | 01/10/2007 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 xpeditor trucks, some of the seat base mounting fasteners that secure the seat base to the cab floor bracket may have been left loose or not installed at all. improperly torqued seat-mounting fasteners may allow movement of the driver's seat while he/she is operating the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This movement could result in a temporary loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the vehicle. the recall began on january 22, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486, ext. 2572 or go to www.autocartruck.com. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Autocar recall no. a-0604. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | ||||||||||||||||
06V100000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 02/06/2006 to 03/03/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 19 | 04/25/2006 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 04/04/2006 | 04/04/2006 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the bolt on the steering shaft may not be tightened to the correct specification and the possibility exists that due to the loose nut, the yoke bolt could slide out partially and limit the rotation on the steering shaft. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This could result in a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the steering bolt and tighten if necessary free of charge. the recall began on april 25, 2006. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Autocar recall no. a-0602. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
06V167000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 11/09/2004 to 04/25/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 250 | 06/05/2006 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 05/18/2006 | 05/18/2006 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the tabs on some of the lift axle spindle nuts may have been broken during assembly. when in place, the tabs on the nuts prevent the nuts from loosening. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | When the tabs are broken, the possibility exists that the nut might spin off. if this happens, the wheel and wheel end assembly could fall off, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lift axle spindle nut. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Autocar recall no.a-0603. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
3144002 | 04/01/2006 | 10020402 | New gateway modules. *tt | 09/27/2006 | |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
2120001 | 02/01/2006 | 10019722 | Front engine mount fasteners. autocar. certain autocar wx and wxr model vehicles built between september 2005 and january 2006. *tt | 04/21/2006 | |
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 | |
SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
7370001 | 05/01/2006 | 10020401 | Front suspension bolts. *tt | 09/27/2006 | |
SUSPENSION - REAR | |||||
7350003 | 06/01/2006 | 10019723 | Rear suspension bolts. auto wx and wxr model vehicles built between september 2003 and january 2006. *tt addendum service program. *tt | 04/21/2006 |