NHTSA Recall 03V490000: Horn (electrical system)
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Autocar WXLL42.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V490000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0304 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › HORN |
| Report received | December 1, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain dual steer trucks, the horn button on the 16" right hand steering wheel was missing.
Safety risk
This condition could prevent a driver from warning another vehicle or bystander of their presence, which could cause a vehicle crash or injury to bystanders.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the steering wheel and install a new horn ring contact plate. Owner notification will begin in december 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-0304.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 03V490000
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.