Vehicle recall 09V107000 · April 1, 2009

2008-2009 Autocar ACX

The fasteners that secure the fire extinguisher container to the cab may chafe against the body of the fire extinguisher mounted under the seat.

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

Summary: Autocar is recalling 129 my 2008-2009 acx heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The fasteners that secure the fire extinguisher container to the cab may chafe against the body of the fire extinguisher mounted under the seat. Prolonged chafing may result in a hole which will cause the extinguisher to discharge.
Consequence: The discharge of the fire extinguisher may affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, repair and replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before April 30, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes: Autocar recall no. A-0902.OWNERS 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: 09V107000
Reported to NHTSA: April 1, 2009
Filed by: AUTOCAR, LLC
Manufacturer campaign: A-0902
Owner notification: April 21, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected: 129
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Equipment

Recall 09V107000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Autocar ACX (2008-2009): 2009, 2008

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