NHTSA Recall 10V045000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V045000; Date: Feb. 18, 2010
This may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Autocar WX; 2008 Autocar WX; 2009 Autocar WX; 2007 Autocar WXR; 2008 Autocar WXR; 2009 Autocar WXR
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 1,969
Recall Summary:
Autocar is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 wx and wxr heavy duty class 8 lcoe vehicles. The affected vehicles may develop cracks in the top flange of the front frame rail extension. Over time, the crack may propagate across the extension bracket, potentially causing the extension bracket to deform under load. These tires are all asymmetrical tread patterns with "outer" indicated on the outside sidewall. The outside sidewall contains the full tire identification number including the production date code.
How to Fix:
Autocar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on March 19, 2010. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Recall Notes:
Autocar recall no. A-1001. 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: Mar 19, 2010
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