Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 22V-697 · 2022 Autocar Xpeditor
Autocar, LLC recall 22V-697 covers 236 2022 Autocar Xpeditor for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on September 16, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V697000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022 ACX (Xpeditor) trucks. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
The risk
Separated tie rods can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 14, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2205.
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
81%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.