NHTSA Recall 03V491000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25 vehicles. It affects 2003 Autocar Wxll.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V491000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0305 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | December 1, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain dual steer trucks, the right hand steering wheel may not be seated properly on the column shaft.
Safety risk
This could allow the steering wheel to slip on the steering column shaft resulting in loss of vehicle steering without warning, which could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will re-install steering wheels not meeting the specified dimension. Owner notification is expected to begin during december 2003. Customers 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 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-0305.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 03V491000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar Wxll | 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.