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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V417000

2018 Autocar Xpeditor | 2017 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor — Structure: frame and members

Published July 20, 2020 · Recall initiated: July 20, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V417000, published July 20, 2020. Recalling firm: Autocar, LLC; 2018 Autocar Xpeditor | 2017 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor — Structure: frame and members.

What's the hazard

Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured with a single cross-member behind the engine and equipped with a front engine power take off (FEPTO). The mounting brackets of the first cross member behind the engine may fail prematurely due to strain caused by improper spacing between the cross members, causing the supportive cross member to become loose and detach from the frame rails.

What to do

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged components as well as install additional support brackets and an additional cross member, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2003. Note: These vehicles were separated out of the previous Autocar recall (19V-456) due to their unique configuration.

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Recall details

Brand
AUTOCAR
Model
XPEDITOR
Manufacturer
Autocar, LLC
Lot
2018 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2017 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2014 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2016 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2015 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Autocar Xpeditor | 2017 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor — Structure: frame and members recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V417000 on July 20, 2020. Reported hazard: Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured with a single cross-member behind the engine and equipped with a front engine power take off (FEPTO). The mounting brackets of the first cross member behind the engine may fail prematurely due to strain caused by improper spacing between the cross members, causing the supportive cross member to become loose and detach from the frame rails.

What should I do if I have this product?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged components as well as install additional support brackets and an additional cross member, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2003. Note: These vehicles were separated out of the previous Autocar recall (19V-456) due to their unique configuration.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)