2012 Autocar Xpert | 2013 Autocar Xpert | 2014 Autocar Xpert — Service brakes, air
Published April 21, 2014 · Recall initiated: April 23, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V199000, published April 21, 2014 and initiated April 23, 2014. Recalling firm: Autocar Industries, LLC; 2012 Autocar Xpert | 2013 Autocar Xpert | 2014 Autocar Xpert — Service brakes, air.
What's the hazard
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts securing the brake valve to the cab may be below the required torque which could cause a failure in the connection of the airlines and the brake valve. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What to do
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the brake valve mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1406.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUTOCAR
- Model
- XPERT
- Manufacturer
- Autocar Industries, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 AUTOCAR XPERT | 2013 AUTOCAR XPERT | 2014 AUTOCAR XPERT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Autocar Xpert | 2013 Autocar Xpert | 2014 Autocar Xpert — Service brakes, air recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V199000 on April 21, 2014. Reported hazard: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts securing the brake valve to the cab may be below the required torque which could cause a failure in the connection of the airlines and the brake valve. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the brake valve mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1406.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTOCAR. Model: XPERT.