NHTSA recall 08V447000
Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
Autocar Wxll
The defect
Autocar IS recalling 770 my 2007-2009 wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with residential front-loader applications. these vehicles may develop cracks mainly in the top flange of the rh extension of the frame rail at the front splay break where the re-enforcing straps are welded. during front-loader operation, residual hydraulic pressure causes the front loader system to push down on the bumper-mounted brackets, causing visible deflection of the chassis from the suspension front hanger bracket forward.
The risk
The deflection may eventually result in cracking of the frame rail.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the front frame extensions with the new i-beam extension design. the recall began on september 29, 2008. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.