Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V024000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V024000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 28 affected units, STEERING SHAFT LENGTH, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Certain vehicles were built with a telescoping steering shaft between the in-cab steering components and the power steering gear box, located on the vehicle's frame. the steering shaft has been determined to be too long.
Corrective Action
Autocar will provide instructions for scheduling the repair of these vehicles at an authorized autocar service facility free of charge. the recall began on march 7, 2008. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-6024.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 08V024000
Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc
Report Received Date: 2008-01-23T00:00:00
Subject: Steering shaft length
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 28
Details
MFR Campaign Number: A-0801
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Certain vehicles were built with a telescoping steering shaft between the in-cab steering components and the power steering gear box, located on the vehicle's frame. the steering shaft has been determined to be too long.
Consequence Summary: The additional length in the steering shaft results in the need for increased steering effort on the part of the vehicle's driver. the driver may not be prepared for such need, which could result in an unpredictable reaction by the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Autocar will provide instructions for scheduling the repair of these vehicles at an authorized autocar service facility free of charge. the recall began on march 7, 2008. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-6024.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-zpkr_2jej.3jjv
NHTSA ID: 08V024000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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