NHTSA recall 06V100000
Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector
Autocar WX and 1 more
Reported Apr 4, 200619 vehicles affectedAUTOCAR, LLCMaker’s number A-0602Built Feb 6, 2006 – Mar 3, 2006
The defect
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the bolt on the steering shaft may not be tightened to the correct specification and the possibility exists that due to the loose nut, the yoke bolt could slide out partially and limit the rotation on the steering shaft.
The risk
This could result in a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering bolt and tighten if necessary free of charge. the recall began on april 25, 2006. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.