2012 Autocar Acx recall: axle assembly
Mcneilus Truck & Manufacturing reported this safety recall on March 2, 2012. It covers about 111 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 111
- reported
- Mar 2, 2012
- owners notified
- May 2, 2012
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2012 autocar acx trucks, manufactured from march 17, 2011, through february 10, 2012. The refuse truck manufacturing process may require that the tag axle on the chassis be removed. During removal, two air lines must be reinstalled in the correct location. If the air lines are reconnected incorrectly, the tag axle brakes will be applied when the tag axle is lifted, but will not function when the tag is axle is lowered.
- Risk
- Reduced braking ability could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mcneilus will notify owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2012. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507‑374‑6321.
Recall number 12V083000
Affected vehicles
- Autocar Acx 2012 2012
Questions about recall 12V083000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Autocar Acx axle assembly?
Yes. Recall 12V083000, reported on March 2, 2012, covers about 111 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V083000?
Mcneilus will notify owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2012. 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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