Recall 15V-443: 2009–2013, 2015–2016 Autocar Xpeditor

Autocar, LLC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 10, 2015, covering about 1,042 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-443
Report date
Jul 10, 2015
Vehicles affected
1,042
Owners notified
Sep 3, 2015

The problem

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units whose defrost mode door actuators may overheat.

The risk

Overheating of the defrost actuator increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness with four, one amp fuses to the circuit, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1504.

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 details

ManufacturerAutocar, LLC
ComponentEquipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V443000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Autocar Xpeditor2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V-443?

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units whose defrost mode door actuators may overheat.

How is recall 15V-443 fixed?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness with four, one amp fuses to the circuit, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1504.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.