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2008-2009 Autocar Acx, Autocar WX and others recall: air

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on February 19, 2009. It covers about 690 vehicles.

vehicles affected
690
reported
Feb 19, 2009
owners notified
Apr 9, 2009

Parking brake: driveline: air

What is wrong
Autocar is recalling 690 my 2008-2009 acx, wx and wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with quick release valves (qrv). There are qrv's in two areas of the vehicle. The first is in the lift axle air lines. A leak in that qrv would affect the rate at which the tag/pusher axle is lowered/lifted. The second is in the park brake air lines. A leak in that qrv would release pressure on the park brake springs; if the lead is large enough, the pressure will drop and set the brakes on the rear axle.
Risk
Drivers would not be aware of brake system failure and braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling repair of the vehicle at an authorized autocar service facility, at no cost to the vehicle's owner. The recall began on april 9, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 09V060000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V060000

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

Yes. Recall 09V060000, reported on February 19, 2009, covers about 690 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V060000?

Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling repair of the vehicle at an authorized autocar service facility, at no cost to the vehicle's owner. The recall began on april 9, 2009. 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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