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Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1988 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle

Consequence of Defect

incorrect bolts may have been used to attach the rear suspension to the crossmember.

Corrective Action

bolts may not properly retain rear suspension crossmember

Recall Notes

install correct bolts.

1987 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control

Consequence of Defect

foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.

Corrective Action

these conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.

1987 Autocar Autocar

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

the seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.

Corrective Action

seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.

1987 Autocar Autocar

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

decals warning not to use ether or starting fluids may have been omitted from the air cleaner and/or instrument panel.

Corrective Action

injection of these fluids into the air intake systemcould possibly be ignited by the heating coils and an explosion may occur.

Recall Notes

install warning labels.

1986 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Multiple Axle:Torque Arm

Consequence of Defect

the tandem suspension curved torque rods may fail at a point where the two piece center tube is welded together.

Corrective Action

a broken torque rod would affect the handling and thestability of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

inspect and make necessary repairs to preclude rod separation at the weld point.

1986 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control

Consequence of Defect

foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.

Corrective Action

these conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.

1986 Autocar Autocar

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

the seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.

Corrective Action

seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.

1986 Autocar Autocar

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

decals warning not to use ether or starting fluids may have been omitted from the air cleaner and/or instrument panel.

Corrective Action

injection of these fluids into the air intake systemcould possibly be ignited by the heating coils and an explosion may occur.

Recall Notes

install warning labels.

1985 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Multiple Axle:Torque Arm

Consequence of Defect

the tandem suspension curved torque rods may fail at a point where the two piece center tube is welded together.

Corrective Action

a broken torque rod would affect the handling and thestability of the vehicle.

Recall Notes

inspect and make necessary repairs to preclude rod separation at the weld point.

1985 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Reservoir

Consequence of Defect

trucks may not meet the air reservoir volume of 12 times the combined volume of all brake chambers at full stroke as required by fmvss 121. consequence of defect: braking effectiveness could be reduced creating the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

air reservoir volume will be increased to meet requirements.

1985 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control

Consequence of Defect

foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.

Corrective Action

these conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.

1985 Autocar Autocar

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

the seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.

Corrective Action

seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.

1985 Autocar Autocar

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

decals warning not to use ether or starting fluids may have been omitted from the air cleaner and/or instrument panel.

Corrective Action

injection of these fluids into the air intake systemcould possibly be ignited by the heating coils and an explosion may occur.

Recall Notes

install warning labels.

1984 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Reservoir

Consequence of Defect

trucks may not meet the air reservoir volume of 12 times the combined volume of all brake chambers at full stroke as required by fmvss 121. consequence of defect: braking effectiveness could be reduced creating the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

air reservoir volume will be increased to meet requirements.

1984 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control

Consequence of Defect

foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.

Corrective Action

these conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.

1984 Autocar Autocar

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

the seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.

Corrective Action

seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.

1984 Autocar Autocar

Component

Parking Brake:Driveline:Air

Consequence of Defect

the quick release air valve may contain a valve disc that balloons when the parking brakes are applied and prevent the parking brakes from setting. consequence of defect: although the parking brake is applied, the parking brakes may not be set. this could allow an unattended vehicle to roll and cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the valve disc in the quick release air valve.

1983 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Reservoir

Consequence of Defect

trucks may not meet the air reservoir volume of 12 times the combined volume of all brake chambers at full stroke as required by fmvss 121. consequence of defect: braking effectiveness could be reduced creating the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

air reservoir volume will be increased to meet requirements.

1983 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control

Consequence of Defect

foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.

Corrective Action

these conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.

Recall Notes

repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.

1983 Autocar Autocar

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Consequence of Defect

the seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.

Corrective Action

seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.

Recall Notes

install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.

1983 Autocar Autocar

Component

Parking Brake:Driveline:Air

Consequence of Defect

the quick release air valve may contain a valve disc that balloons when the parking brakes are applied and prevent the parking brakes from setting. consequence of defect: although the parking brake is applied, the parking brakes may not be set. this could allow an unattended vehicle to roll and cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the valve disc in the quick release air valve.

1982 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Reservoir

Consequence of Defect

trucks may not meet the air reservoir volume of 12 times the combined volume of all brake chambers at full stroke as required by fmvss 121. consequence of defect: braking effectiveness could be reduced creating the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

air reservoir volume will be increased to meet requirements.

1982 Autocar Autocar

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

in certain types of collisions, the door latches may release and the door could open. the door latch system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 206, "door locks and door retention components".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install new door latch control rods at no cost to the owner.

1982 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Linkages:Drag:Power Assist System

Consequence of Defect

the front axle drag link clamp assemblies installed on the suspect vehicles may contain bolts which have quench cracks and are subject to failure. failure of the bolt would result in loss of clamping action and continued operation could lead to separation of the ball joint and drag link.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and replace any defective bolts in the drag link clamp assembly without charge.

1981 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1981 Autocar Autocar

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

in certain types of collisions, the door latches may release and the door could open. the door latch system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 206, "door locks and door retention components".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install new door latch control rods at no cost to the owner.

1980 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1980 Autocar Autocar

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

in certain types of collisions, the door latches may release and the door could open. the door latch system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 206, "door locks and door retention components".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install new door latch control rods at no cost to the owner.

1980 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Linkages:Link:Drag:Connection

Consequence of Defect

the ball stud nuts used to fasten the drag link ball stud ends to the pitman arm and steering arm may not have been sufficiently tightened on some vehicles. if the nuts are not securely fastened the ball stud could prematurely fail and drag link would become loose.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the ball stud nuts will be checked and, if necessary, will be securely fastened free of charge.

1979 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1979 Autocar Autocar

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

in certain types of collisions, the door latches may release and the door could open. the door latch system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 206, "door locks and door retention components".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install new door latch control rods at no cost to the owner.

1978 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1977 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1977 Autocar Autocar

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the windshield wiper linkage arm may break at the pivot pin weld area. this would render both the right and left hand wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a new wiper linkage with pin collar support without charge to owner.

1976 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1976 Autocar Autocar

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the windshield wiper linkage arm may break at the pivot pin weld area. this would render both the right and left hand wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a new wiper linkage with pin collar support without charge to owner.

1975 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.

1975 Autocar Autocar

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the windshield wiper linkage arm may break at the pivot pin weld area. this would render both the right and left hand wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a new wiper linkage with pin collar support without charge to owner.

1974 Autocar Autocar

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, the windshield wiper linkage arm may break at the pivot pin weld area. this would render both the right and left hand wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a new wiper linkage with pin collar support without charge to owner.

1974 Autocar Autocar

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Drum

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1973 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1970 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1969 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1969 Autocar Autocar

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1968 Autocar Autocar

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1967 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1966 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1965 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1964 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1963 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1962 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1961 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1960 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1959 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1958 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1957 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1956 Autocar Autocar

Component

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger/Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes