Autocar Xpert

Model Xpert made by Autocar got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, seat belts and wheels.

Model 2012

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
12V448000AUTOCAR INDUSTRIES, LLCfrom 10/17/2011 to 06/18/2012V (Vehicle)7MFRAUTOCAR, LLC09/13/201209/13/2012
Defect SummaryAutocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012 xpert medium-duty class 7 vehicles, manufactured from october 17, 2011, through june 18, 2012, equipped with both left hand and right hand driving positions. the negative cable ground stud and/or wiring harness on each vehicle may interfere with the right-hand drivers side brake pedal. the interference may prevent the driver from being able to fully depress the brake pedal, resulting in reduced braking capability.
Consequence SummaryA reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryAutocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected vehicles, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, october 1, 2012. owners may contact autocar industries, inc., at 1-765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar's recall number is m-1203.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.
SEAT BELTS
13V006000Autocar Industries, LLCfrom 10/17/2011 to 09/17/2012V (Vehicle)8003/01/2013MFRAUTOCAR, LLC01/09/201301/10/2013210
Defect SummaryAutocar industries, llc is recalling certain model year 2012 xpert vehicles manufactured october 17, 2011, through september 17, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 213522 through 215336. the seat belt anchorages fail to sustain the 3000 pound forces for the specified length of time. therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt anchorage may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. this increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective SummaryAutocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seat belts, free of charge. the recall began on march 1, 2013. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar's recall campaign number is m-1208.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.
WHEELS
12V589000Autocar Industries, LLCfrom 03/19/2012 to 11/01/2012V (Vehicle)64MFRAUTOCAR, LLC12/17/201212/17/2012
Defect SummaryAutocar industries, llc is recalling certain model year 2012 xpert vehicles manufactured march 19, 2012, through november 1, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 214112 through 215156. the vehicles are equipped with hayes lemmerz manufactured, model 90262, steel wheels. due to an inadequate weld between the wheel disc and rim, the disc can separate from the rim.
Consequence SummarySeparation of the rim and tire from the vehicle can result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryAutocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on february 12, 2013. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
NotesAutocar's recall campaign number is m-1207.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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