Recall 13V183000: 2012–2013 Autocar ACX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 8, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 797
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."
The risk
Without properly working windshield wipers, the driver's vision could be hindered by precipitation, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V183000
- Manufacturer campaign
- A-1303
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jul 19, 2013
- Components
- Visibility/wiper (Visibility & Wipers)
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