2022–2023 Autocar Legend, Autocar Xpeditor, Autocar Xspotter: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22V475000 · 653 units potentially affected · filed Jul 1, 2022
What's wrong
Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Legend, Xpeditor, and Xspotter trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly,which can cause the gear to fracture.
Why it matters
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers with inspect and replace the steering gear, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 29, 2022. Owners can contact Autocar's customer service at 765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2204 DC-2202.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V475000
- Manufacturer no.
- ACX-2204 DC-2202
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, Llc
- Component
- STEERING
- Units affected
- 653
- Report received
- Jul 1, 2022
- Owner letters
- Aug 29, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Autocar Legend 2022, 2023
- Autocar Xpeditor 2022, 2023
- Autocar Xspotter 2022, 2023