2003-2010 Autocar ACX65, Autocar WX64 and others recall: tank assembly

Mcneilus Truck & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on June 28, 2010. It covers about 3,113 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,113
reported: Jun 28, 2010
owners notified: Jul 1, 2010

Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong: Mcneilus is recalling certain trucks built on autocar chassis. During the refuse body mounting process, chassis air tanks may be relocated to facilitate mounting of the body. Airlines to the air holdback valve may have been reconnected incorrectly after a tank(s) was relocated.
Risk: A relocated tank could increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free or charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507‑374‑6321.

Recall number 10V305000

Affected vehicles

Autocar ACX65 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Autocar WX64 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Autocar WXLL42 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Autocar WXLL64 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Autocar WXR64 2003-2010 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Questions about recall 10V305000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2010 Autocar ACX65, Autocar WX64 and others tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 10V305000, reported on June 28, 2010, covers about 3,113 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V305000?

Owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free or charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2010. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507‑374‑6321.

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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