Vehicle recall 12V083000 · March 2, 2012
2012 Autocar ACX
The refuse truck manufacturing process may require that the tag axle on the chassis be removed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2012 autocar acx trucks, manufactured from March 17, 2011, through February 10, 2012. The refuse truck manufacturing process may require that the tag axle on the chassis be removed. During removal, two air lines must be reinstalled in the correct location. If the air lines are reconnected incorrectly, the tag axle brakes will be applied when the tag axle is lifted, but will not function when the tag is axle is lowered.
- Consequence
- Reduced braking ability could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mcneilus will notify owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2012. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507-374-6321.
- Notes
- Mcneilus safety recall campaign no. 41-0967369. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V083000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 2, 2012
- Filed by
- MCNEILUS TRUCK & MANUFACTURING
- Manufacturer campaign
- 41-0967369
- Owner notification
- May 2, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 111
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Axle assembly; Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Autocar ACX (2012): 2012
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