NHTSA Recall 12V588000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V588000; Date: Dec. 17, 2012
Separation of the rim and tire from the vehicle can result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Autocar Xpeditor; 2013 Autocar Xpeditor
Component: Wheel
Manufactured by: Autocar, Llc
Affected Units:: 222
Recall Summary:
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 xpeditor vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, through November 29, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 214008 through 215308. The vehicles are equipped with hayes lemmerz manufactured, model 90262, steel wheels. Due to an inadequate weld between the wheel disc and rim, the disc can separate from the rim.
How to Fix:
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Recall Notes:
Autocar's recall campaign number is a-1205. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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