ACX-1803 - Loss Of Power Steering Assist

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V815
Manufacturer Autocar, LLC
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 761

Loss of Power Steering Assist

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

Summary

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.

Remedy

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 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.

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.

Recall Acknowledgement

November 30, 2018

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18V815-5972.pdf

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