Recall 12V448000: 2012 Autocar Xpert
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 13, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 20
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012 Xpert medium-duty class 7 vehicles, manufactured from October 17, 2011, through June 18, 2012, equipped with both left hand and right hand driving positions. The negative cable ground stud and/or wiring harness on each vehicle may interfere with the right-hand drivers side brake pedal. The interference may prevent the driver from being able to fully depress the brake pedal, resulting in reduced braking capability.
The risk
A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
The fix
All of the affected vehicles were corrected by September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar Industries, Inc., at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar's recall number is M-1203.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V448000
- Manufacturer campaign
- M-1203
- Manufacturer
- AUTOCAR INDUSTRIES, LLC
- Owner letters
- Sep 20, 2012
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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