The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V045000·Announced 2010-02-18

Autocar Recalls 2007-2009 WX and WXR Trucks for Frame Rail Cracks

Autocar is recalling 2007-2009 WX and WXR heavy-duty trucks because cracks in the front frame rail extension may compromise vehicle control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame rail crack) that can compromise vehicle control and increase crash risk, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 WX and WXR heavy-duty Class 8 LCOE vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the top flange of the front frame rail extension may develop cracks. Over time, these cracks can propagate across the extension bracket, potentially causing the bracket to deform under load.

This structural failure may compromise the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Owners should contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499 to arrange for a free repair. The safety recall began on March 19, 2010. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit safercar.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
AUTOCAR WXR, WX
Brand
AUTOCAR
Manufacturer
AUTOCAR, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,969

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • WXR
  • WX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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