2009 AUTOCAR WXR Recall

Campaign:: 10V045000 on 02/17/2010
Component:: Structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Manufactured:: 10/29/2006 - 10/15/2009
Affected:: 1,969
Defect:: Autocar is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 wx and wxr heavy duty class 8 lcoe vehicles. the affected vehicles may develop cracks in the top flange of the front frame rail extension. over time, the crack may propagate across the extension bracket, potentially causing the extension bracket to deform under load. these tires are all asymmetrical tread patterns with "outer" indicated on the outside sidewall. the outside sidewall contains the full tire identification number including the production date code.
Consequence:: This may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Autocar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 19, 2010. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes:: Autocar recall no. a-1001.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2009 AUTOCAR WXR TSBs (3)

Bulletin:: SP-8-451-001
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Autocar: certain trucks may qualify for the installation of step braces and replacement of cab skirts, depending on owner use and maintenance. no model years listed. *pe
Bulletin:: SP-7-408-001
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Autocar: vehicles with five piece front engine cross members have side bracket failures and information is provided for replacement of brackets that failed during heavy duty operations. models 2007-2010 wx, wxr xpeditors.
Bulletin:: SP-7-408-002
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Autocar: the five pieced front engine cross members side brackets experienced side bracket failures after extended period of heavy duty operation. models 2007-2010 wx, wxr xpeditors. *pe