Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Heavy Duty Class 8 Trucks, The Bolt On The Steering Shaft May Not Be Tightened To The Correct Specification And The Possibility Exists That Due To The Loose Nut, The Yoke Bolt Could Slide Out Partially And Limit The Rotation On The Steering Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
AUTOCAR
Model Of Vehicle
WXR
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
06V100000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In A Loss Of Steering Control Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Steering Bolt And Tighten If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 25, 2006. Owners May Contact Autocar At 1-765-489-5499.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Autocar, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20060206
End Of Manufacture
20060303
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
19
Date Owners Notified
20060425
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Autocar, Llc
Date Report Received
20060404
Make Campaign Number
A-0602