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2016-2017 Autocar Xspotter recall: column

Autocar Industries, LLC reported this safety recall on August 15, 2016. It covers about 294 vehicles.

vehicles affected
294
reported
Aug 15, 2016
owners notified
Oct 7, 2016

Steering: column

What is wrong
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Xspotter vehicles manufactured August 3, 2015, to April 21, 2016. The steering column shaft weld may break causing a separation of the steering wheel from the steering system, creating a loss of steering ability.
Risk
A loss of steering ability increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering columns and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1‑888‑218‑3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1601.

Recall number 16V599000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V599000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Autocar Xspotter column?

Yes. Recall 16V599000, reported on August 15, 2016, covers about 294 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V599000?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering columns and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1‑888‑218‑3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1601.

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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