2006 Autocar WXLL problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2006 Autocar WXLL — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other WXLL years?

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

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What are the most common 2006 Autocar WXLL problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Tires & Wheels	1	100%	new

Does the 2006 Autocar WXLL have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns 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.

07V007000SeatsJanuary 5, 2007 · 236 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 XPEDITOR TRUCKS, SOME OF THE SEAT BASE MOUNTING FASTENERS THAT SECURE THE SEAT BASE TO THE CAB FLOOR BRACKET MAY HAVE BEEN LEFT LOOSE OR NOT INSTALLED AT ALL. IMPROPERLY TORQUED SEAT-MOUNTING FASTENERS MAY ALLOW MOVEMENT OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT WHILE HE/SHE IS OPERATING THE VEHICLE.

Consequence

THIS MOVEMENT COULD RESULT IN A TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-877-973-3486, EXT. 2572 OR GO TO WWW.AUTOCARTRUCK.COM.

06V167000SuspensionMay 18, 2006 · 250 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY-DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES, THE TABS ON SOME OF THE LIFT AXLE SPINDLE NUTS MAY HAVE BEEN BROKEN DURING ASSEMBLY. WHEN IN PLACE, THE TABS ON THE NUTS PREVENT THE NUTS FROM LOOSENING.

Consequence

WHEN THE TABS ARE BROKEN, THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT THE NUT MIGHT SPIN OFF. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE WHEEL AND WHEEL END ASSEMBLY COULD FALL OFF, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE LIFT AXLE SPINDLE NUT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUTOCAR AT 1-765-489-5499.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE SIDE WALL OF THE TIRE BLEW OUT . WE WERE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY 75 MILES. THERE IS ONLY 5,000 MILES ON THE TRUCK AND TIRES. THERE WAS NO REASON WHY THIS SHOULD HAVE HAPPENED. THERE WAS NO NAILS OR ANYTHING IN THIS TIRE. WE ALMOST GOT KILLED BY A SEMI BEHIND US. THANK GOODNESS WE DIDN'T. *TR”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 15, 2007

2006 Autocar WXLL — common questions

Is the 2006 Autocar WXLL reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 Autocar WXLL have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Autocar WXLL. 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 WXLL years?

What are the most common 2006 Autocar WXLL problems?

Does the 2006 Autocar WXLL have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2006 Autocar WXLL — common questions

Is the 2006 Autocar WXLL reliable?

Does the 2006 Autocar WXLL have recalls?

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