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SevereNHTSA·14V131000·Announced 2014-03-19

Autocar Recalls Xspotter Vehicles Due to Intake Manifold Sensor Defect

Autocar is recalling 2010-2014 Xspotter vehicles because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze and interfere with the pressure sensor, potentially causing exhaust flames or fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine component) that poses a risk of vehicle fire and burn injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Autocar Industries, LLC is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Xspotter vehicles manufactured between November 23, 2009, and October 21, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. The recall affects 11 vehicles.

The defect involves condensation in the intake manifold that may freeze during cold weather conditions. This freezing can interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor. Improper sensor operation could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners. Authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Autocar's number for this recall is T-1403.

The recalled product

Product
AUTOCAR XSPOTTER
Brand
AUTOCAR
Manufacturer
Autocar Industries, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
11

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • XSPOTTER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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