Back to search
NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V183000

2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Visibility/wiper

Published May 9, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 8, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V183000, published May 9, 2013 and initiated May 8, 2013. Recalling firm: Autocar, LLC; 2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Visibility/wiper.

What's the hazard

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."

What to do

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.

Get an email if AUTOCAR has another recall

Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.

Recall details

Brand
AUTOCAR
Model
ACX
Manufacturer
Autocar, LLC
Lot
2012 AUTOCAR ACX | 2013 AUTOCAR ACX
Risk classification
V
Country
US

Related recalls

Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Visibility/wiper recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V183000 on May 9, 2013. Reported hazard: Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."

What should I do if I have this product?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTOCAR. Model: ACX.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)