2006 Autocar Acx problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2006 Autocar Acx — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

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Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Acx years?

Acx NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2006 Autocar Acx have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V184000BrakesMay 8, 2013 · 82 units

Defect

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 ACX, WX, and WXLL trucks built November 16, 2004, through September 10, 2012. On the affected vehicles, the air brake systems were built without the required air tank drain valve. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence

Air tanks with valves omitted will not drain if moisture is introduced into the tank, potentially reducing air capacity in the air brake system, which could cause a reduction in brake performance and equipment durability, thus increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1302.

2006 Autocar Acx — common questions

Is the 2006 Autocar Acx reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 Autocar Acx have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Autocar Acx. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2006 compare to other Acx years?

Does the 2006 Autocar Acx have recalls?

2006 Autocar Acx — common questions

Is the 2006 Autocar Acx reliable?

Does the 2006 Autocar Acx have recalls?

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