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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·25V875000·Announced 2025-12-17

Autocar Recalls 2024 E-ACTT Tractor for Battery Cable Fire Risk

Autocar is recalling one 2024 E-ACTT terminal tractor because improperly secured battery cable connections may overheat and cause a fire or loss of motive power.

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 in the propulsion system that poses a risk of fire and loss of motive power, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Autocar, LLC is recalling one 2024 E-ACTT terminal tractor. The recall addresses a defect in the electrical propulsion system where battery cable connections at the traction motors and the power inverter may not be properly secured.

Improperly secured cable connections may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, loose connections may cause a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Autocar will inspect and properly secure the cable connections as necessary, free of charge. According to the notice, all vehicles were repaired by February 4, 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-2505.

The recalled product

Product
AUTOCAR E-ACTT
Brand
AUTOCAR
Manufacturer
Autocar, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electric Terminal Tractor
Hazard
Affected units
1

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)

  • E-ACTT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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