2012 Autocar Xpert recalls

There are 8 safety recalls on record for the 2012 Autocar Xpert, covering 12,568 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Parking brakeReported January 23, 2023 · 11,353 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Risk: The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1‑888‑218‑3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.

Recall number 23V023000 · Recall details

Structure: frame and membersReported July 2, 2014 · 287 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 14V397000 · Recall details

SeatsReported April 23, 2014 · 207 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: Loose bolts may allow the seat to move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy: 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 number 14V198000 · Recall details

Service brakes, airReported April 23, 2014 · 207 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: Low bolt torque may result in a loss of brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 14V199000 · Recall details

Steering: columnReported April 23, 2014 · 207 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: A loose steering column may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 14V200000 · Recall details

Seat beltsReported March 19, 2014 · 207 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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."
Risk: If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: 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 number 14V133000 · Recall details

Seat beltsReported January 9, 2013 · 80 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Autocar 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."
Risk: In 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.
Remedy: Autocar 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.

Recall number 13V006000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported September 13, 2012 · 20 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Autocar 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.
Risk: A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: All of the affected vehicles were corrected by September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar Industries, Inc., at 1‑765‑489‑5499.

Recall number 12V448000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2012 Autocar Xpert have?

8, covering parking brake, structure and seats.

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