Recall 08V-024: 2007–2008 Autocar WX

AUTOCAR, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jan 23, 2008, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-024
Report date
Jan 23, 2008
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Mar 7, 2008

The problem

Certain vehicles were built with a telescoping steering shaft between the in-cab steering components and the power steering gear box, located on the vehicle's frame. The steering shaft has been determined to be too long.

The risk

The additional length in the steering shaft results in the need for increased steering effort on the part of the vehicle's driver. The driver may not be prepared for such need, which could result in an unpredictable reaction by the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Autocar will provide instructions for scheduling the repair of these vehicles at an authorized autocar service facility free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2008. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-6024.

Notes

Autocar recall no. A-0801.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerAUTOCAR, LLC
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V024000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Autocar WX2007, 2008All 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 08V-024?

Certain vehicles were built with a telescoping steering shaft between the in-cab steering components and the power steering gear box, located on the vehicle's frame. The steering shaft has been determined to be too long.

How is recall 08V-024 fixed?

Autocar will provide instructions for scheduling the repair of these vehicles at an authorized autocar service facility free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2008. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-6024.

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.