Autocar Recalls 2012-2015 Xpert Trucks Due to Bounce Hazard
Autocar is recalling 287 model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks because a gap between the cab and body may cause unexpected bouncing at speeds above 25 mph, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame and members) that may cause loss of control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Autocar Industries, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks manufactured between November 30, 2011, and November 5, 2014. The recall affects 287 vehicles with a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body mounted with a gap between the cab and the body, where optional equipment could be installed.
The defect involves the vehicle structure, specifically the frame and members. When driven at speeds above 25 mph, the affected vehicles may experience an unexpected bounce. This bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014, and the recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1408.
The recalled product
- Product
- AUTOCAR XPERT
- Brand
- AUTOCAR
- Manufacturer
- Autocar Industries, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Truck
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 287
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)
- XPERT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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