NHTSA Recall 10V046000: Shaft sector (steering)
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,879 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Autocar Acx.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V046000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-1002 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | February 18, 2010 |
| Owner notification | March 26, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 acx heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience a fatigue failure of the steering gear mounting bracket. Over time, this failure may cause cracks that will result in undesirable movement of the steering gear mounted to that bracket.
Safety risk
This may affect the control of the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bracket free of charge. The recall began on march 26, 2010. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-1002.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V046000
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.