NHTSA recall 05V117000
Wheels
Autocar WX and 2 more
Reported Mar 29, 200556 vehicles affectedAUTOCAR, LLCMaker’s number A-0504Built Feb 1, 2005 – Mar 23, 2005
The defect
On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, part no. 29644Anp, size 22.5 x 8.25, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed.
The risk
Wheels that have not been properly pre-stressed could, over time, develop cracks in the wheel that could result in a wheel failure and result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and/or replace the rims free of charge. the recall began on april 4, 2005. owners may contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486, extension 2572.