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2011-2012 Autocar Acx recall: check valve

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on February 8, 2012. It covers about 269 vehicles.

vehicles affected
269
reported
Feb 8, 2012
owners notified
Aug 8, 2012

Service brakes, air: supply: check valve

What is wrong
Autocar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 acx heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, manufactured from december 22, 2010, through december 5, 2011, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.
Risk
Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 8, 2012. Owners may contact autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 12V046000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V046000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Autocar Acx check valve?

Yes. Recall 12V046000, reported on February 8, 2012, covers about 269 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V046000?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 8, 2012. 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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