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2016-2017 Autocar Xspotter recall: interior lighting

Autocar Industries, LLC reported this safety recall on January 23, 2017. It covers about 29 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29
reported
Jan 23, 2017
owners notified
Mar 10, 2017

Interior lighting

What is wrong
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Xspotter vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured without a dimmer switch to adjust the dash illumination brightness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
Without a switch to adjust the dash illumination brightness, the dash lights may be too dim or too bright with either condition increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners and dealers will install a dimmer switch to adjust dash illumination, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1‑765‑489‑5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1701.

Recall number 17V049000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V049000

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

Yes. Recall 17V049000, reported on January 23, 2017, covers about 29 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V049000?

Autocar will notify owners and dealers will install a dimmer switch to adjust dash illumination, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1‑765‑489‑5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1701.

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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