2013 Autocar Xpert Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V397000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1408
Manufactured Begin Date: November 30th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: November 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: November 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks manufactured November 30, 2011, to November 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). When being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.

Consequence Summary:
The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1408.

Recall Notes:
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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V397000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1408
Manufactured Begin Date: November 30th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: November 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: November 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks manufactured November 30, 2011, to November 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). When being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.

Consequence Summary:
The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1408.

Recall Notes:
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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V198000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1405
Manufactured Begin Date: July 11th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: March 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: June 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. During manufacturing, the floor mat may have been captured between the seat brackets and the cab sheet metal at all four connection points. This could cause the torque on the bolts to relax to below the required torque, allowing them to loosen. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

Consequence Summary:
Loose bolts may allow the seat to move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Corrective Summary:
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat mounting free of charge. The recall is expected to began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1405.

Recall Notes:
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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V200000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1407
Manufactured Begin Date: July 11th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: March 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: June 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts that secure the steering column mounting bracket could be below the required torque and possibly cause the steering column to come loose.

Consequence Summary:
A loose steering column may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1407.

Recall Notes:
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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V199000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1406
Manufactured Begin Date: July 11th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: March 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: June 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts securing the brake valve to the cab may be below the required torque which could cause a failure in the connection of the airlines and the brake valve. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence Summary:
Low bolt torque may result in a loss of brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the brake valve mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1406.

Recall Notes:
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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V133000
Manufacturer: Autocar Industries, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: M-1401
Manufactured Begin Date: July 11th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: March 5th, 2014
Date of Owner Notification: June 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts used to anchor the seat belts may be insufficiently tight to withstand the forces experienced in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Consequence Summary:
If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the seat belt mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall is began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1401.

Recall Notes:
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.