Recall 10V305000: 2005–2010 Autocar ACX65, 2005–2010 Autocar WX64, 2005–2010 Autocar WXLL42 +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 28, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 3,113
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mcneilus is recalling certain trucks built on autocar chassis. During the refuse body mounting process, chassis air tanks may be relocated to facilitate mounting of the body. Airlines to the air holdback valve may have been reconnected incorrectly after a tank(s) was relocated.
The risk
A relocated tank could increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free or charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507-374-6321.
Notes
Mcneilus safety recall no. 41-0967369.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
- 2005 Autocar ACX65
- 2006 Autocar ACX65
- 2007 Autocar ACX65
- 2008 Autocar ACX65
- 2009 Autocar ACX65
- 2010 Autocar ACX65
- 2005 Autocar WX64
- 2006 Autocar WX64
- 2007 Autocar WX64
- 2008 Autocar WX64
- 2009 Autocar WX64
- 2010 Autocar WX64
- 2005 Autocar WXLL42
- 2006 Autocar WXLL42
- 2007 Autocar WXLL42
- 2008 Autocar WXLL42
- 2009 Autocar WXLL42
- 2010 Autocar WXLL42
- 2005 Autocar WXLL64
- 2006 Autocar WXLL64
- 2007 Autocar WXLL64
- 2008 Autocar WXLL64
- 2009 Autocar WXLL64
- 2010 Autocar WXLL64
- 2005 Autocar WXR64
- 2006 Autocar WXR64
- 2007 Autocar WXR64
- 2008 Autocar WXR64
- 2009 Autocar WXR64
- 2010 Autocar WXR64
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V305000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 41-0967369
- Manufacturer
- MCNEILUS TRUCK & MANUFACTURING
- Owner letters
- Jul 1, 2010
- Components
- Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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