Recall 16V319000: 2017 Autocar Xpert, 2016–2017 Autocar Xspotter
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 18, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 43
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Auto Xspotter and 2017 Autocar Xpert vehicles manufactured March 04, 2016, through April 21, 2016. The tab lock washers on the rear axle wheel ends may not have been properly bent over the outer spindle nut during assembly.
The risk
If the spindle nuts loosen, the wheel assembly may separate from the rear axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners and dealers will inspect the tab lock washers and remedy tabs where needed, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is MDTT-1601.
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
- 2017 Autocar Xpert
- 2016 Autocar Xspotter
- 2017 Autocar Xspotter
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V319000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MDTT-1601
- Manufacturer
- Autocar Industries, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jun 30, 2016
- Components
- Suspension:rear:axle:spindle (Suspension)
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