NHTSA Recall 03V453000: Shaft pitman (steering)
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 115 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Autocar WX64.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V453000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0303 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT PITMAN |
| Report received | November 14, 2003 |
| Owner notification | November 21, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V453000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar WX64 | 2003 |
| Autocar WXLL42 | 2003 |
| Autocar WXLL64 | 2003 |
| Autocar WXR42 | 2003 |
| Autocar WXR64 | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.