NHTSA recall 07V007000
Seats
Autocar WX and 2 more
Reported Jan 5, 2007236 vehicles affectedAUTOCAR, LLCMaker’s number A-0604Built Oct 3, 2006 – Dec 9, 2006
The defect
On certain heavy duty class 8 xpeditor trucks, some of the seat base mounting fasteners that secure the seat base to the cab floor bracket may have been left loose or not installed at all. improperly torqued seat-mounting fasteners may allow movement of the driver's seat while he/she IS operating the vehicle.
The risk
This movement could result in a temporary loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the vehicle. the recall began on january 22, 2007. owners may contact autocar at 1-877-973-3486, ext. 2572 or go to www.autocartruck.com.