Autocar Wx 2009
Model Wx made in 2009 by Autocar got 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment adaptive and equipment. There were some recalls concerningparking brake and steering.
Model 2009
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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| PARKING BRAKE - DRIVELINE - AIR | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V060000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 06/11/2008 to 11/17/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 690 | 04/09/2009 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 02/19/2009 | 02/19/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Autocar is recalling 690 my 2008-2009 acx, wx and wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with quick release valves (qrv). there are qrv's in two areas of the vehicle. the first is in the lift axle air lines. a leak in that qrv would affect the rate at which the tag/pusher axle is lowered/lifted. the second is in the park brake air lines. a leak in that qrv would release pressure on the park brake springs; if the lead is large enough, the pressure will drop and set the brakes on the rear axle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Drivers would not be aware of brake system failure and braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling repair of the vehicle at an authorized autocar service facility, at no cost to the vehicle's owner. the recall began on april 9, 2009. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no.a-0901.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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V566000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 08/12/2008 to 10/10/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 127 | 11/25/2008 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 10/28/2008 | 10/28/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Autocar is recalling 127 my 2008-2009 acx, wx, and wxll heavy duty class 8 trucks. insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box. it was found that the torque controlled tool was calibrated to a lower torque rating than specified for the application. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the steering bolt were to loosen, the driver would experience loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. the recall began on november 25, 2008. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no. a-0805.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. | |||||||||||||||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V045000 | AUTOCAR, LLC | from 10/30/2006 to 10/16/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 1969 | 03/19/2010 | MFR | AUTOCAR, LLC | 02/18/2010 | 02/18/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Autocar is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 wx and wxr heavy duty class 8 lcoe vehicles. the affected vehicles may develop cracks in the top flange of the front frame rail extension. over time, the crack may propagate across the extension bracket, potentially causing the extension bracket to deform under load. these tires are all asymmetrical tread patterns with outer indicated on the outside sidewall. the outside sidewall contains the full tire identification number including the production date code. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Autocar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 19, 2010. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Autocar recall no. a-1001.owners 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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| 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 | |