The worst 2006 Autocar WXR problems
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Recalls 3
Seats
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 xpeditor trucks, some of the seat base mounting fasteners that secure the seat base to the cab floor bracket may have been left loose or not installed at all. Improperly torqued seat-mounting fasteners may allow movement of the driver's seat while he/she is operating the vehicle.
- Risk
- This movement could result in a temporary loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the vehicle. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑877‑973‑3486, ext. 2572 or go to www.autocartruck.com.
Recall number 07V007000 · Recall details
Suspension
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the tabs on some of the lift axle spindle nuts may have been broken during assembly. When in place, the tabs on the nuts prevent the nuts from loosening.
- Risk
- When the tabs are broken, the possibility exists that the nut might spin off. If this happens, the wheel and wheel end assembly could fall off, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lift axle spindle nut. The recall began on june 5, 2006. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.
Recall number 06V167000 · Recall details
Steering: gear box: shaft sector
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the bolt on the steering shaft may not be tightened to the correct specification and the possibility exists that due to the loose nut, the yoke bolt could slide out partially and limit the rotation on the steering shaft.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering bolt and tighten if necessary free of charge. The recall began on april 25, 2006. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.
Recall number 06V100000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Autocar WXR 5
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Questions about the 2006 Autocar WXR
Is the 2006 Autocar WXR reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Autocar WXR.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Autocar WXR?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2006 Autocar WXR have?
3 recalls, covering seats, suspension and steering.
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