Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #03V020000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V020000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 32 affected units, AUTOCAR/ DRIVE AXLE SEAT, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle upper seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.

Corrective Action

Volvo truck sent notification letters to owners for autocar on january 14, 2003. dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-964-3121.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V020000

Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc

Report Received Date: 2003-02-06T00:00:00

Subject: Autocar/ drive axle seat

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 32

Details

MFR Campaign Number: A-301

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle upper seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.

Consequence Summary: This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Volvo truck sent notification letters to owners for autocar on january 14, 2003. dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-964-3121.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-pv6z_abke.3p2t

NHTSA ID: 03V020000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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