NHTSA Recall 03V491000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V491000; Date: Dec. 1, 2003
This could allow the steering wheel to slip on the steering column shaft resulting in loss of vehicle steering without warning, which could cause a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Autocar Wxll
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 25
Recall Summary:
On certain dual steer trucks, the right hand steering wheel may not be seated properly on the column shaft.
How to Fix:
Dealers will re-install steering wheels not meeting the specified dimension. Owner notification is expected to begin during December 2003. Customers who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Recall Notes:
Autocar recall no. A-0305. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 15, 2003
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