Recall 10V046 affects 1,879 2008-2009 Autocar Acx trucks for a steering bracket fatigue failure. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 1,879 2008-2009 Acx heavy duty Class 8 trucks because the steering gear mounting bracket can fatigue, crack, and let the steering gear move on the bracket. The defect can affect truck control and increase crash risk; the Autocar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on the 2008-2009 Autocar Acx is the part that turns steering wheel input into movement at the front wheels. It is mounted to the truck by a bracket that has to hold the gear firmly in place while the heavy duty Class 8 chassis carries load, vibration, and road shock.
On affected Acx trucks, that steering gear mounting bracket is subject to fatigue failure over time. Repeated stress can lead to cracks in the bracket. Once the bracket cracks, the steering gear no longer stays fixed in the position it was designed to hold, and that unwanted movement changes how steering force reaches the wheels.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, noise, or change in steering feel to tell you the bracket has started to crack.
Who's affected?
Both model years are tied to the same steering gear component.
| 2009 Autocar Acx | steering gear |
|---|---|
| 2008 Autocar Acx | steering gear |
| Units affected | 1,879 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose or failing steering gear mounting bracket can affect truck control and increase crash risk. No warning sign is listed for this recall. Schedule the repair soon and avoid using the truck if steering feels abnormal. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Autocar Acx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to confirm current repair timing for your VIN.
- Schedule the free steering gear mounting bracket replacement that fixes the cracking bracket and loose steering gear movement.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V046 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete and avoid hauling loads that make steering harder to control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician replaces the steering gear mounting bracket covered by recall 10V046. Autocar's remedy notice says owner notification began on March 26, 2010, and the bracket replacement is free of charge. Because an active remedy status is not listed here, confirm availability with an Autocar dealer before arranging service. Once the repair is available for your VIN, parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| February 18, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 26, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V046?
Recall 10V046 covers 1,879 2008-2009 Autocar Acx heavy duty Class 8 trucks with a steering gear mounting bracket that can crack from fatigue. That movement can affect truck control and increase crash risk. Autocar dealers will replace the bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2009 Autocar Acx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 10V046. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule replacement of the steering gear mounting bracket. Reference recall number 10V046 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Autocar will replace the steering gear mounting bracket free of charge at a franchised Autocar dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V046?
The risk is reduced control of the truck. The steering gear mounting bracket can crack from fatigue, which can allow unwanted steering gear movement and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free bracket replacement with an Autocar dealer.
What if I bought the Autocar Acx used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2008-2009 Autocar Acx is included, then call an Autocar dealer and reference recall number 10V046.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V046000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-765-489-5499 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V046 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V046000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →