NHTSA Recall 06V042000: Cables (electrical system)
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Autocar Wx.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V042000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0601 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | February 9, 2006 |
| Owner notification | February 20, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks, exposed 12v terminals on the battery disconnect switch are in close proximity to a hinged metal latch on the battery box lid. When latching or un-latching the battery box lid, it is possible that a person wearing metal jewelry (like a watch or finger ring) might connect the grounded, metal latch to the exposed positive terminals on the battery disconnect switch through such jewelry.
Safety risk
Grounding as a result of the contact described above could produce heat and could cause burns to skin that is in contact with metal jewelry.
Remedy
Dealers will relocate the switch to a position further away from the metal catch and install isolating protectors over the battery disconnect switch terminals. The recall is began on february 20, 2006. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-0601.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V042000
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.