Recall 12V083000: 2012 Autocar ACX

Report received

Mar 2, 2012

Manufacturer

Mcneilus truck & manufacturing

Potentially affected

111vehicles

Model years

2012

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2012 autocar acx trucks, manufactured from march 17, 2011, through february 10, 2012. The refuse truck manufacturing process may require that the tag axle on the chassis be removed. During removal, two air lines must be reinstalled in the correct location. If the air lines are reconnected incorrectly, the tag axle brakes will be applied when the tag axle is lifted, but will not function when the tag is axle is lowered.

Possible consequence

Reduced braking ability could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mcneilus will notify owners will inspect vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on may 2, 2012. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507-374-6321.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2012 Autocar ACX0 complaints