Recall 17V783000: 2017–2018 Autocar Xpeditor
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 7, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 1,505
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Xpeditor vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with an HVAC defrost door actuator system mechanism that may overheat due to inadequate circuit protection.
The risk
Overheating of the defrost actuator increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness with a one amp fuse to the circuit, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1704.
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
- 17V783000
- Manufacturer campaign
- ACX-1704
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jan 12, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System); Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system (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