NHTSA Recall 08V236000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V236000; Date: May. 28, 2008
Insufficient torque on the fastener that clamps the assemblies together could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Autocar ACX
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 7
Recall Summary:
Autocar is recalling 7 my 2008 acx chassis assemblies which were sold to grove u. S. Llc. Grove converts these chassis into cranes. The telescopic steering shaft between the in-cab tilt steer gearbox components and the floor-mounted steering gearbox is too long, and one of the pinch bolts on the shaft may not be secured properly.
How to Fix:
Autocar is working with grove to have the chassis inspected and will replace the necessary components free of charge. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-6001.
Recall Notes:
Autocar recall no. A-0802. 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.
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