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2008-2009 Autocar Acx, Autocar WX and others recall: shaft sector

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on October 28, 2008. It covers about 127 vehicles.

vehicles affected
127
reported
Oct 28, 2008
owners notified
Nov 25, 2008

Steering: gear box: shaft sector

What is wrong
Autocar is recalling 127 my 2008-2009 acx, wx, and wxll heavy duty class 8 trucks. Insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box. It was found that the torque controlled tool was calibrated to a lower torque rating than specified for the application.
Risk
If the steering bolt were to loosen, the driver would experience loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. Dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. The recall began on november 25, 2008. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 08V566000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V566000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Autocar Acx, Autocar WX and others shaft sector?

Yes. Recall 08V566000, reported on October 28, 2008, covers about 127 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V566000?

Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. Dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. The recall began on november 25, 2008. 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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