NHTSA Recall 09V107000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V107000; Date: Apr. 1, 2009
The discharge of the fire extinguisher may affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Autocar ACX; 2009 Autocar ACX
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 129
Recall Summary:
Autocar is recalling 129 my 2008-2009 acx heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The fasteners that secure the fire extinguisher container to the cab may chafe against the body of the fire extinguisher mounted under the seat. Prolonged chafing may result in a hole which will cause the extinguisher to discharge.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect, repair and replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before April 30, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Recall Notes:
Autocar recall no. A-0902. 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 http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 21, 2009
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