Recall 16V852000: 2012–2016 Autocar Xpeditor
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 28, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 107
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured September 6, 2011, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have hybrid power drive unit cradle mounting bolts that may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
Improperly torqued mounting bolts may loosen and the power drive unit and drive shaft could detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number is ACX-1605.
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
- 2012 Autocar Xpeditor
- 2013 Autocar Xpeditor
- 2014 Autocar Xpeditor
- 2015 Autocar Xpeditor
- 2016 Autocar Xpeditor
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V852000
- Manufacturer campaign
- ACX-1605
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jan 13, 2017
- Components
- Hybrid propulsion system (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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