2008 Autocar WXR Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2008 Autocar WXR problems

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Structure: frame and members: underbody shieldsReported February 18, 2010 · 1,969 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 10V045000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported November 2, 2007 · 49 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain trucks fail to comply with requirements of part 568, 'vehicles manufactured in two or more stages, all incomplete, intermediate and final-stage manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.' the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) label, as applied, may not be accurate. The gvwr label may indicate that the vehicle's load capacity is higher than the designed weight rating.
Risk: Due to the error in gvwr labeling, it is possible that a vehicle could be overloaded without the vehicle operator's knowledge. A vehicle in an overloaded condition may be susceptible to component failure that may result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Autocar will send a letter which describes the discrepancy in gvwr labeling, and will include a complete set of revised gvwr labels including a revised incomplete vehicle document label along with instructions for application of the labels. The recall began on december 7, 2007. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 07V513000 · Recall details

Parking brakeReported July 5, 2007 · 26 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Risk: This could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact autocar at 765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 07V290000 · Recall details

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Is the 2008 Autocar WXR reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Autocar WXR.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Autocar WXR?

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How many recalls does the 2008 Autocar WXR have?

3 recalls, covering structure, equipment and parking brake.

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