Autocar, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Autocar, LLC in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 14, 2018

(Campaign #: ACX-1901)

Universal Joint Strap Bolts may be Loose

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The universal joint strap bolts at the transmission output yoke may not be have been properly tightened.

NHTSA ID: 18V889000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 1,003

Consequence Summary:

If the universal joint strap bolts are loose, the strap may disconnect from the vehicle and the drive shaft could detach, increasing the risk of of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Autocar has notified owners, and dealers will properly tighten the universal joint strap bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1901.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 78.76

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November 16, 2018

(Campaign #: ACX-1803)

Loss of Power Steering Assist

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail, possibly causing an increase in steering effort or a loss of steering ability.

NHTSA ID: 18V815000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 761

Consequence Summary:

A reduction of power steering assist or a loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1803.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 78.46

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April 9, 2018

(Campaign #: ACX-1802)

Drag Link Pinch Bolt may be Loose

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The pinch bolt on the clamp for the adjustable length drag link may not have been properly tightened.

NHTSA ID: 18V224000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 541

Consequence Summary:

If the pinch bolt loosens, there may be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drag link pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1802.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 77.84

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March 12, 2018

(Campaign #: ACX-1801)

Overheating of Wire Harness

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with a factory installed methane detection system. The circuit protection for the methane detector may be inadequate, and the harness may be improperly routed.

NHTSA ID: 18V165000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 1,320

Consequence Summary:

In the event that the wiring harness carries excessive current, the harness may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ten amp fuse with a three amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1801.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 97.08

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