NHTSA Recall 14V397000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V397000; Date: Jul. 2, 2014
The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Autocar Xpert; 2013 Autocar Xpert; 2014 Autocar Xpert; 2015 Autocar Xpert
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Autocar Industries, Llc
Affected Units:: 287
Recall Summary:
Autocar industries, LLC (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 xpert trucks manufactured November 30, 2011, to November 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). When being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.
How to Fix:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is m-1408.
Recall Notes:
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 20, 2014
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