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2002 Autocar WX and Autocar WXLL recall: park/neutral start interlock switch

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on September 29, 2003. It covers about 40 vehicles.

vehicles affected
40
reported
Sep 29, 2003
owners notified
Sep 1, 2003

Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch

What is wrong
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks assembled by volvo trucks, the transmission may go into forward gear without the driver first pressing down on the brake pedal.
Risk
This condition could allow the vehicle to move forward without warning, creating the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an additonal air operated stop light switch and necessary wiring changes. Owner notification began september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 03V358000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V358000

Is there a recall on the 2002 Autocar WX and Autocar WXLL park/neutral start interlock switch?

Yes. Recall 03V358000, reported on September 29, 2003, covers about 40 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V358000?

Dealers will install an additonal air operated stop light switch and necessary wiring changes. Owner notification began september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765‑489‑5499.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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