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2012-2013 Autocar Acx recall: visibility/wiper

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on May 8, 2013. It covers about 797 vehicles.

vehicles affected
797
reported
May 8, 2013
owners notified
Jul 19, 2013

Visibility/wiper

What is wrong
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."
Risk
Without properly working windshield wipers, the driver's vision could be hindered by precipitation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.

Recall number 13V183000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V183000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2013 Autocar Acx visibility/wiper?

Yes. Recall 13V183000, reported on May 8, 2013, covers about 797 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V183000?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1‑765‑489‑5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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