Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V358000 Reported September 29, 2003

Autocar/transmission mis-wiring

Autocar, Llc · Power Train · 40 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V358000
Manufacturer Campaign
A-0302
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
40
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 29, 2003

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

This condition could allow the vehicle to move forward without warning, creating the potential for a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Autocar, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 03V358000 or campaign A-0302.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V358000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V358000?

NHTSA recall 03V358000 was issued by Autocar, Llc on September 29, 2003. It addresses: Autocar/transmission mis-wiring. The recall affects approximately 40 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Autocar, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V358000 or the manufacturer campaign number A-0302. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.