Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2006 Autocar Wxll
NHTSA data on file today
The 2006 Autocar Wxll has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #13V184000 Missing Air Tank Drain Valves/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V007000 SEAT BASE MOUNTING FASTENERS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V167000 LIFT AXLE SPINDLE NUTS BREAK NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$20,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2006 Autocar WXLL has several recall issues, notably with its air brake systems, which can lead to safety hazards. Loose seat mounting is another concern that affects overall driver safety. Owner complaints are minimal, but the existing recalls suggest reliability issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air brake system | 80,000–120,000 miles | $600–$1,200 | very common |
| Driver's seat mounting | 50,000–100,000 miles | $200–$500 | common |
| Lift axle spindle nuts | 70,000–110,000 miles | $300–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 10,000 miles
- Brake system inspection annually
- Seat mounting fasteners check
- Transmission fluid change every 30,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 10,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Reduced braking efficiency
- Driver seat movement
- Unusual tire wear
- Squealing noise in suspension
- Air brake warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2006 Autocar Wxll at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.