2005 AUTOCAR WXLL
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Title: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Date: 2013-05-08
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 13V184000
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Manufacturer: Autocar, LLC
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 82
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Overview: Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 ACX, WX, and WXLL trucks built November 16, 2004, through September 10, 2012. On the affected vehicles, the air brake systems were built without the required air tank drain valve. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 121, Air Brake Systems.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2005 AUTOCAR WXLL Recall Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.