WheelsRecall 12V-588 · 2012–2013 Autocar Xpeditor
AUTOCAR, LLC recall 12V-588 covers 222 2012–2013 Autocar Xpeditor for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on December 17, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V588000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, through November 29, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 214008 through 215308. The vehicles are equipped with Hayes Lemmerz manufactured, model 90262, steel wheels. Due to an inadequate weld between the wheel disc and rim, the disc can separate from the rim.
The risk
Separation of the rim and tire from the vehicle can result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1205.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.
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 March 13, 2012 to November 29, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.