- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with allison heavy duty transmissions, the bolts fastening the propshaft to the transmission yoke were not tightened sufficiently. Loose bolts can cause dislocation of the propshaft.
- The risk
- This condition could cause the vehicle to lose power to its wheels and result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and re-tighten bolts to the required specifications . Customers who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Autocar WX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2002 Autocar WX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2003 for the power train.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical WX year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2002 Autocar WX recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks assembled by volvo trucks, the transmission may go into forward gear without the driver first pressing down on the brake pedal.
- The risk
- This condition could allow the vehicle to move forward without warning, creating the potential for a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install an additonal air operated stop light switch and necessary wiring changes. Owner notification began september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-489-5499.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle upper seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.
- The risk
- This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo truck sent notification letters to owners for autocar on january 14, 2003. Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. Owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact autocar at 765-964-3121.
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Does the 2002 Autocar WX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Autocar WX: power train (November 2003); park / neutral start interlock switch (September 2003); multiple axle (February 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2002 Autocar WX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2002 Autocar WX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Autocar WX year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2002 Autocar WX has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data