Autocar, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V060000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V060000 by Autocar, Llc. Includes 690 affected units, QUICK RELEASE VALVES, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Autocar is recalling 690 my 2008-2009 acx, wx and wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with quick release valves (qrv). there are qrv's in two areas of the vehicle. the first is in the lift axle air lines. a leak in that qrv would affect the rate at which the tag/pusher axle is lowered/lifted. the second is in the park brake air lines. a leak in that qrv would release pressure on the park brake springs; if the lead is large enough, the pressure will drop and set the brakes on the rear axle.

Corrective Action

Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling repair of the vehicle at an authorized autocar service facility, at no cost to the vehicle's owner. the recall began on april 9, 2009. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V060000

Manufacturer: Autocar, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-02-19T00:00:00

Subject: Quick release valves

Component: Parking Brake

Potentially Affected Units: 690

Details

MFR Campaign Number: A-0901

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Autocar is recalling 690 my 2008-2009 acx, wx and wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with quick release valves (qrv). there are qrv's in two areas of the vehicle. the first is in the lift axle air lines. a leak in that qrv would affect the rate at which the tag/pusher axle is lowered/lifted. the second is in the park brake air lines. a leak in that qrv would release pressure on the park brake springs; if the lead is large enough, the pressure will drop and set the brakes on the rear axle.

Consequence Summary: Drivers would not be aware of brake system failure and braking capability would not be possible, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Autocar will notify owners and provide instructions for scheduling repair of the vehicle at an authorized autocar service facility, at no cost to the vehicle's owner. the recall began on april 9, 2009. 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-3i62-rric~n69b

NHTSA ID: 09V060000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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