Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V566000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V566000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 127 affected units, STEERING KNUCKLE BOLT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Autocar is recalling 127 my 2008-2009 acx, wx, and wxll heavy duty class 8 trucks. insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box. it was found that the torque controlled tool was calibrated to a lower torque rating than specified for the application.

Corrective Action

Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. the recall began on november 25, 2008. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V566000

Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-10-28T00:00:00

Subject: Steering knuckle bolt

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 127

Details

MFR Campaign Number: A-0805

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Autocar is recalling 127 my 2008-2009 acx, wx, and wxll heavy duty class 8 trucks. insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box. it was found that the torque controlled tool was calibrated to a lower torque rating than specified for the application.

Consequence Summary: If the steering bolt were to loosen, the driver would experience loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. the recall began on november 25, 2008. 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-naue.2m5f-6cbw

NHTSA ID: 08V566000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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