Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #05V031000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V031000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 5 affected units, TIE ROD CLAMPS/ARVINMERITOR/URRESKO, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge. the recall began on march 24, 2005. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V031000

Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc

Report Received Date: 2005-02-03T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rod clamps/arvinmeritor/urresko

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: A-0502

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crack the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. the tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge. the recall began on march 24, 2005. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-fpu6~w22b.vr74

NHTSA ID: 05V031000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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