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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V599000

2016 Autocar Xspotter | 2017 Autocar Xspotter — Steering: column

Published August 15, 2016 · Recall initiated: August 15, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V599000, published August 15, 2016. Recalling firm: Autocar Industries, LLC; 2016 Autocar Xspotter | 2017 Autocar Xspotter — Steering: column.

What's the hazard

Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Xspotter vehicles manufactured August 3, 2015, to April 21, 2016. The steering column shaft weld may break causing a separation of the steering wheel from the steering system, creating a loss of steering ability.

What to do

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering columns and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1601.

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Recall details

Brand
AUTOCAR
Model
XSPOTTER
Manufacturer
Autocar Industries, LLC
Lot
2016 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER | 2017 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Autocar Xspotter | 2017 Autocar Xspotter — Steering: column recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V599000 on August 15, 2016. Reported hazard: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Xspotter vehicles manufactured August 3, 2015, to April 21, 2016. The steering column shaft weld may break causing a separation of the steering wheel from the steering system, creating a loss of steering ability.

What should I do if I have this product?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering columns and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1601.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)