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NHTSA Recall 03V493000: Power train

AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 834 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Autocar Wx.

834
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2003
owners notified (December 15)
NHTSA campaign03V493000
Manufacturer campaignA-0307
ComponentPOWER TRAIN
Report receivedNovember 26, 2003
Owner notificationDecember 15, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks equipped with allison heavy duty transmissions, the bolts fastening the propshaft to the transmission yoke were not tightened sufficiently. Loose bolts can cause dislocation of the propshaft.

Safety risk

This condition could cause the vehicle to lose power to its wheels and result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and re-tighten bolts to the required specifications . 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-0307.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 03V493000

Make and modelModel years
Autocar Wx2002, 2003
Autocar Wxll2002, 2003
Autocar Wxr2002, 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.