Structure: frame and membersRecall 20V-417 · 2014–2018 Autocar Xpeditor
Autocar, LLC recall 20V-417 covers 82 2014–2018 Autocar Xpeditor for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on July 20, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 37% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V417000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured with a single cross-member behind the engine and equipped with a front engine power take off (FEPTO). The mounting brackets of the first cross member behind the engine may fail prematurely due to strain caused by improper spacing between the cross members, causing the supportive cross member to become loose and detach from the frame rails.
The risk
If the cross member fails, the components that it supports may come loose from the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged components as well as install additional support brackets and an additional cross member, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on September 18, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2003. Note: These vehicles were separated out of the previous Autocar recall (19V-456) due to their unique configuration.
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
37%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.