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2012-2014 Autocar Xpert recall: column

Autocar Industries, LLC reported this safety recall on April 23, 2014. It covers about 207 vehicles.

vehicles affected
207
reported
Apr 23, 2014
owners notified
Jun 20, 2014

Steering: column

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V200000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert column?

Yes. Recall 14V200000, reported on April 23, 2014, covers about 207 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V200000?

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.

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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