Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V513000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V513000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 49 affected units, INCORRECT GVWR RATING/PART 568, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain trucks fail to comply with requirements of part 568, 'vehicles manufactured in two or more stages, all incomplete, intermediate and final-stage manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.' the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) label, as applied, may not be accurate. the gvwr label may indicate that the vehicle's load capacity is higher than the designed weight rating.

Corrective Action

Autocar will send a letter which describes the discrepancy in gvwr labeling, and will include a complete set of revised gvwr labels including a revised incomplete vehicle document label along with instructions for application of the labels. the recall began on december 7, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V513000

Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-11-02T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect gvwr rating/part 568

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 49

Details

MFR Campaign Number: A-0704

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain trucks fail to comply with requirements of part 568, 'vehicles manufactured in two or more stages, all incomplete, intermediate and final-stage manufacturers of vehicles manufactured in two or more stages.' the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) label, as applied, may not be accurate. the gvwr label may indicate that the vehicle's load capacity is higher than the designed weight rating.

Consequence Summary: Due to the error in gvwr labeling, it is possible that a vehicle could be overloaded without the vehicle operator's knowledge. a vehicle in an overloaded condition may be susceptible to component failure that may result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Autocar will send a letter which describes the discrepancy in gvwr labeling, and will include a complete set of revised gvwr labels including a revised incomplete vehicle document label along with instructions for application of the labels. the recall began on december 7, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V513000

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Created At: 1742808662

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