Recall 03V-453: 2003 Autocar WX64, 2003 Autocar Wxll42 and 3 more
AUTOCAR, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Nov 14, 2003, covering about 115 vehicles.
The problem
On certain class 8 trucks, the castle nut holding the pitman arm to the steering drag link can vibrate loose due to a missing cotter pin.
The risk
If the steering components become detached from each other, this could result in loss of vehicle steering without warning, which could cause a crash.
The fix
Autocar has telephoned all customers and all vehicles have been repaired.
Notes
Autocar recall no. 1-0303.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AUTOCAR, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Gear Box › Shaft Pitman |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V453000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Autocar WX64 | 2003 | All years |
| Autocar Wxll42 | 2003 | All years |
| Autocar Wxll64 | 2003 | All years |
| Autocar WXR42 | 2003 | All years |
| Autocar WXR64 | 2003 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 03V-453?
On certain class 8 trucks, the castle nut holding the pitman arm to the steering drag link can vibrate loose due to a missing cotter pin.
How is recall 03V-453 fixed?
Autocar has telephoned all customers and all vehicles have been repaired.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.