Autocar Wxr 2007

Model Wxr made in 2007 by Autocar got 5 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment adaptive. There were some recalls concerningequipment and parking brake.

Model 2007

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
07V513000AUTOCAR, LLCfrom 07/13/2007 to 09/28/2007V (Vehicle)4912/07/2007MFRAUTOCAR, LLC11/02/200711/02/2007568
Defect SummaryCertain trucks fail to comply with requirements of part 568, 'vehicles manufactured in two or more stages, all incomplete, intermediate and final-stage manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.' the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) label, as applied, may not be accurate. the gvwr label may indicate that the vehicle's load capacity is higher than the designed weight rating.
Consequence SummaryDue to the error in gvwr labeling, it is possible that a vehicle could be overloaded without the vehicle operator's knowledge. a vehicle in an overloaded condition may be susceptible to component failure that may result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryAutocar will send a letter which describes the discrepancy in gvwr labeling, and will include a complete set of revised gvwr labels including a revised incomplete vehicle document label along with instructions for application of the labels. the recall began on december 7, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar recall no. a-0704.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.
PARKING BRAKE
07V290000AUTOCAR, LLCfrom 02/24/2006 to 06/09/2007V (Vehicle)2609/14/2007MFRAUTOCAR, LLC07/05/200707/05/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Consequence SummaryThis could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar recall no.a-0702.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SEATS
07V007000AUTOCAR, LLCfrom 10/03/2006 to 12/09/2006V (Vehicle)23601/22/2007MFRAUTOCAR, LLC01/05/200701/10/2007
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryThis movement could result in a temporary loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesAutocar 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 - COLUMN
07V184000AUTOCAR, LLCfrom 10/03/2006 to 01/23/2007V (Vehicle)68205/21/2007MFRAUTOCAR, LLC04/26/200704/26/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, some of the steering column support bracket fasteners may not be secured to the proper tightness.
Consequence SummaryExcessive play in the steering could cause the driver to lose steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on may 21, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar recall no.a-0701. customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS
10V045000AUTOCAR, LLCfrom 10/30/2006 to 10/16/2009V (Vehicle)196903/19/2010MFRAUTOCAR, LLC02/18/201002/18/2010
Defect SummaryAutocar 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 SummaryThis may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryAutocar 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.
NotesAutocar 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
220200112/01/200710024013Contact between the fan ring and the left-side radiator stay rod. certain autocar wxr model vehicles built between july 6, 2007 & oct. 15, 2007, vin range 205569 to 206417. *nj02/29/2008
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
SP-8-451-00110/01/200910032544Autocar: 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. *pe04/12/2010
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SP-8-451-00110/01/200910032544Autocar: 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. *pe04/12/2010