NHTSA Recall 08V447000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V447000; Date: Sep. 3, 2008
The deflection may eventually result in cracking of the frame rail.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Autocar Wxll; 2008 Autocar Wxll; 2009 Autocar Wxll
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 770
Recall Summary:
Autocar is recalling 770 my 2007-2009 wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with residential front-loader applications. These vehicles may develop cracks mainly in the top flange of the rh extension of the frame rail at the front splay break where the re-enforcing straps are welded. During front-loader operation, residual hydraulic pressure causes the front loader system to push down on the bumper-mounted brackets, causing visible deflection of the chassis from the suspension front hanger bracket forward.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the front frame extensions with the new I-beam extension design. The recall began on September 29, 2008. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Recall Notes:
Autocar recall no. A-0804. Customers may 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 29, 2008
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