Recall 17V534000: 2016 Autocar Xpert, 2016 Autocar Xspotter
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 29, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 30
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar Industries) is recalling certain 2016 Xpert, and Xspotter vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
The 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.
The fix
Autocar Industries will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-877-777-5360. Autocar's number for this recall is MDTT-1701.
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
- 2016 Autocar Xpert
- 2016 Autocar Xspotter
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V534000
- Manufacturer campaign
- MDTT-1701
- Manufacturer
- Autocar Industries, LLC
- Owner letters
- Sep 20, 2017
- Components
- Steering (Steering); Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly (Steering)
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