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Vehicle recall 08V566000 · October 28, 2008

Autocar ACX, WX and 1 more model

Insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box.

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

Summary
Autocar is recalling 127 my 2008-2009 acx, wx, and wxll heavy duty class 8 trucks. Insufficient torque was applied during the assembly process to the nut on the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft to the steering gear box. It was found that the torque controlled tool was calibrated to a lower torque rating than specified for the application.
Consequence
If the steering bolt were to loosen, the driver would experience loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will provide instructions to owners for scheduling repair of the vehicles. Dealers will torque the steering knuckle bolt to the correct specifications free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2008. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. A-0805.CUSTOMERS 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
08V566000
Reported to NHTSA
October 28, 2008
Filed by
AUTOCAR, LLC
Manufacturer campaign
A-0805
Owner notification
November 25, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
127
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector
Recall 08V566000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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