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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V060📅 Feb 19, 2009

2008–2009 Autocar ACX & 2008–2009 Autocar WX + 1 more recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V060000
Manufacturer recall #
A-0901
Manufacturer
AUTOCAR, LLC
Vehicles affected
690
Component
PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:AIR
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 9, 2009
Built
Jun 11, 2008 – Nov 17, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Autocar recall no.A-0901.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 .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V060 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V060?

2008–2009 Autocar ACX & 2008–2009 Autocar WX + 1 more. 690 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Autocar dealer to book the free repair.