Autocar Xpert problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 13 recalls on file for the Autocar Xpert (2012–2017).
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 13
- Model years
- 6
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Autocar Xpert model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2015 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2014 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | — |
| 2013 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2012 Xpert | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | — |
Autocar Xpert recalls
Risk: The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the castle nuts were not properly tightened, the cotter pin could shear and the steering linkage assembly components could separate, resulting in the loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the spindle nuts loosen, the wheel assembly may separate from the rear axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be is an increased risk of a fire.
Risk: The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loose steering column may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Loose bolts may allow the seat to move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Risk: Low bolt torque may result in a loss of brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Risk: In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt anchorage may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Risk: A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
Other Autocar models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology