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2004 Autocar WX and Autocar WXLL recall: tie rod assembly

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on February 3, 2005. It covers about 5 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5
reported
Feb 3, 2005
owners notified
Mar 30, 2006

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.
Risk
In the event of a crack the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. The tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on march 24, 2005. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 05V031000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V031000

Is there a recall on the 2004 Autocar WX and Autocar WXLL tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 05V031000, reported on February 3, 2005, covers about 5 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V031000?

Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on march 24, 2005. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

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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