Electrical system: wiringRecall 12V-448 · 2012 Autocar Xpert
AUTOCAR INDUSTRIES, LLC recall 12V-448 covers 20 2012 Autocar Xpert for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on September 13, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V448000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012 Xpert medium-duty class 7 vehicles, manufactured from October 17, 2011, through June 18, 2012, equipped with both left hand and right hand driving positions. The negative cable ground stud and/or wiring harness on each vehicle may interfere with the right-hand drivers side brake pedal. The interference may prevent the driver from being able to fully depress the brake pedal, resulting in reduced braking capability.
The risk
A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
The fix
All of the affected vehicles were corrected by September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar Industries, Inc., at 1-765-489-5499.
Autocar's recall number is M-1203.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 17, 2011 to June 18, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.