2003-2005 Autocar WX, Autocar WXLL and others recall: external/pedestrian alert
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on June 21, 2005. It covers about 649 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 649
- reported
- Jun 21, 2005
- owners notified
- Oct 19, 2004
Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the backup alarm motion sensor may not have been installed correctly and may not sense when the vehicle movers backwards under any circumstances.
- Risk
- The vehicle may roll backwards without the backup alarm sounding with the risk of running over or crushing a person standing or working behind the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reposition the motion sensor in relation to the magnets that rotate when the vehicle moves. The recall began on october 19, 2004. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑877‑973‑3486.
Recall number 05V295000
Affected vehicles
- Autocar WX 2003-2005 200320042005
- Autocar WXLL 2003-2005 200320042005
- Autocar WXR 2003-2005 200320042005
Questions about recall 05V295000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2005 Autocar WX, Autocar WXLL and others external/pedestrian alert?
Yes. Recall 05V295000, reported on June 21, 2005, covers about 649 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V295000?
Dealers will reposition the motion sensor in relation to the magnets that rotate when the vehicle moves. The recall began on october 19, 2004. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑877‑973‑3486.
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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