Recall 10V046000: 2008–2009 Autocar ACX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 18, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 1,879
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 acx heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience a fatigue failure of the steering gear mounting bracket. Over time, this failure may cause cracks that will result in undesirable movement of the steering gear mounted to that bracket.
The risk
This may affect the control of the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. The recall began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-1002.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Autocar ACX
- 2009 Autocar ACX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V046000
- Manufacturer campaign
- A-1002
- Manufacturer
- AUTOCAR, LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 26, 2010
- Components
- Steering:gear box:shaft sector (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology