SteeringRecall 18V-815 · 2019 Autocar Xpeditor
Autocar, LLC recall 18V-815 covers 761 2019 Autocar Xpeditor for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on November 16, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 76% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V815000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail, possibly causing an increase in steering effort or a loss of steering ability.
The risk
A reduction of power steering assist or a loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1803.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
76%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 1, 2018 to November 1, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.