Defect Description For Recall
Autocar Is Recalling 7 My 2008 Acx Chassis Assemblies Which Were Sold To Grove U.S. Llc. Grove Converts These Chassis Into Cranes. The Telescopic Steering Shaft Between The In-Cab Tilt Steer Gearbox Components And The Floor-Mounted Steering Gearbox Is Too Long, And One Of The Pinch Bolts On The Shaft May Not Be Secured Properly.
Make Of Vehicle
AUTOCAR
Model Of Vehicle
ACX
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V236000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
Insufficient Torque On The Fastener That Clamps The Assemblies Together Could Result In A Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Autocar Is Working With Grove To Have The Chassis Inspected And Will Replace The Necessary Components Free Of Charge. Owners May Contact Autocar At 1-765-489-6001.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Autocar, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080201
End Of Manufacture
20080331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Autocar, Llc
Date Report Received
20080528
Make Campaign Number
A-0802