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2004 Autocar Wxll recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

9 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2004 Autocar Wxll. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2004 Autocar Wxll recalls, newest first

May 18, 2006NHTSA 06V167000250 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

Summary
On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the tabs on some of the lift axle spindle nuts may have been broken during assembly. When in place, the tabs on the nuts prevent the nuts from loosening.
Consequence
When the tabs are broken, the possibility exists that the nut might spin off. If this happens, the wheel and wheel end assembly could fall off, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lift axle spindle nut. The recall began on June 5, 2006. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 9, 2006NHTSA 06V04200030 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 21, 2005NHTSA 05V295000649 vehicles potentially affected

Back over prevention › Warnings › External/pedestrian alert

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the backup alarm motion sensor may not have been installed correctly and may not sense when the vehicle movers backwards under any circumstances.
Consequence
The vehicle may roll backwards without the backup alarm sounding with the risk of running over or crushing a person standing or working behind the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the motion sensor in relation to the magnets that rotate when the vehicle moves. The recall began on October 19, 2004. Owners may contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 22, 2005NHTSA 05V16400013 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fitted with neway ad series suspensions, the suspension has transverse beam castings that may fracture under normal loads. If a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Consequence
This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2005. Owners may contact autocar at 765-489-5499.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 3, 2005NHTSA 05V032000140 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Antilock › ABS warning light

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with bendix automatic brake systems (ABS), the brakes may have a system fault that may not be detected by the ABS electronic control uunit (ECU) and therefore will not generate an ABS warning light on the dash of the truck.
Consequence
The ABS brakes may not perform as designed and in an ABS assisted stop the driver may not be able to maintain steering control of the vehicle. When vehicle control is compromised there is a chance for a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, reset and check the ECU for fault lights and check the ABS brakes free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2005. Owners may contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 3, 2005NHTSA 05V0310005 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.
Consequence
In the event of a crack the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. The tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2005. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 20, 2004NHTSA 04V59400020 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittings

Summary
On certain trucks, the air suspension height control valve may not be installed correctly.
Consequence
In the event of a suspension air bag failure or rupture of the air line, there could be a loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes. This condition would increase stopping distance of the vehicle and under certain conditions could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and install a pressure protection valve if necessary. The recall began January 4 2005. Owners should contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 9, 2004NHTSA 04V53900028 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module

Summary
On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the automatic antilock brake system (ABS) brake sensor bracket may not have been installed correctly on the front axle and may interfere with the brake shoe return spring. This could cause the brakes to not release or may cause an unexpected front wheel lockup and possible loss of vehicle control.
Consequence
Any time vehicle control is compromised a crash may occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the ABS sensor bracket into its proper location and the replacement of the brake return springs and s-cam rollers. The recall began on November 24, 2004. Owners should contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 10, 2004NHTSA 04V39000033 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with accuride 22.5 x 9.00 - hub pilot h.d. Steel wheel rims, the rear axle wheel studs are too short. These studs may not be able to retain the wheel nut torque and could loosen allowing the loss of a wheel.
Consequence
If a vehicle loses a wheel while traveling down a roadway, a crash could occur, property damage to following vehicles or personal injury to persons outside the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear axle wheel studs. The recall began on September 3, 2004. Owners should contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2004 Autocar Wxll were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2004 Autocar Wxll have any recalls?
9 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, electrical system, back over prevention, service brakes, air, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2004 Autocar Wxll recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Autocar dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Autocar Wxll?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.