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2003 Autocar WXR recalls

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

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

For the 2003 Autocar WXR. 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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2003 Autocar WXR recalls, newest first

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

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

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

November 26, 2003NHTSA 03V493000834 vehicles potentially affected

Power train

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with allison heavy duty transmissions, the bolts fastening the propshaft to the transmission yoke were not tightened sufficiently. Loose bolts can cause dislocation of the propshaft.
Consequence
This condition could cause the vehicle to lose power to its wheels and result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and re-tighten bolts to the required specifications. Customers who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2003 Autocar WXR were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2003 Autocar WXR have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: back over prevention, service brakes, air, wheels, power train. 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 2003 Autocar WXR 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 2003 Autocar WXR?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.