2021 Autocar Xpeditor recalls and problems
The 2021 Autocar Xpeditor has 21 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Autocar dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 Autocar Xpeditor recalls
Recall 25V-449: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2015-2022 ACTT (Xspotter) and ACX (Xpeditor) vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed November 2026. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are ACTT-2503 and ACX-2503.
Recall 23V-699: Parking Brake
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2021-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The park brake warning light may incorrectly illuminate during an air loss event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are ACX-2311 and DC-2306. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-400.
Recall 23V-400: Electrical System
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2020-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The park brake warning light may incorrectly illuminate during an air loss event. As such, these trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall is ACX-2307 and DC-2303.
Recall 23V-373: Latches/Locks/Linkages
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Autocar Xpeditor (ACX) trucks. The right-side stand-up door latch may be assembled incorrectly.
Risk: An incorrectly assembled door latch may allow the door to open unexpectedly during operation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and reassemble the door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2306.
Recall 23V-193: Electrical System
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 ACX (Xpeditor) vehicles. The external fuse box may short circuit due to water intrusion.
Risk: A fuse box that short circuits can cause an unexpected vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will mount the external fuse box vertically and install a shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2304. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-437.
Recall 23V-019: Exterior Lighting, Structure
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Xpeditor vehicles. The external sun visor may obstruct the roof mounted clearance lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: An obstructed view of the clearance lights may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remount roof mounted clearance lights above the sun visor. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2302.
Recall 23V-018: Electrical System
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Xpeditor vehicles that run on natural gas. A software error in the instrument cluster may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Risk: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2301.
Recall 22V-797: Steering
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The steering column shaft pinch bolt may be improperly secured.
Risk: An improperly secured steering column shaft pinch bolt can bind, causing a sudden loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column shaft pinch bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 19, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2206.
Recall 22V-437: Electrical System
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor (ACX) trucks. The external fuse box may short circuit due to water intrusion.
Risk: A fuse box that short circuits can cause an unexpected vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will mount the external fuse box vertically and install a shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 15, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2203.
Recall 22V-262: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Xpeditor (ACX) vehicles. The hazard lights will not function when the ignition is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Inoperable hazard lights increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2202.
Recall 22V-216: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Autocar LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Xpeditor ACX vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) modulation valve may be wired incorrectly.
Risk: Incorrect ABS wiring can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the ABS wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 30, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2201.
Recall 21V-966: Electrical System
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Xpeditor vehicles. The GPS module may have been improperly mounted under the dashboard and could come loose or disconnect entirely.
Risk: A loose or disconnected GPS module may interfere with the brake and/or throttle pedals, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remount the GPS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2109.
Recall 21V-956: Fuel System, Diesel
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor and 2020-2022 Legend vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Cummins will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-976-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2108 DC-2105.
Recall 21V-867: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor vehicles. The hazard lights will not function with the ignition turned off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Disabled hazard lighting can increase the risk of a crash or injury in a hazard situation.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the hazard lighting software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 07, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2106.
Recall 21V-677: Steering
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021 Xpeditor and 2020-2021 Legend vehicles. A machining defect may cause the power steering pump to fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Autocar will inspect the power steering pump, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner were notified of the defect on October 28, 2021. The remedy is expected to be available March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2104 DC-2104.
Older recalls
| Recall | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-095 | Feb 18, 2021 | Engine, Engine and Engine Cooling | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor vehicles. |
| 21V-093 | Feb 18, 2021 | Electrical System, Seat Belts, Parking Brake, Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Xpeditor and 2021-2022 Legend vehicles equipped with a MRS 7" display. |
| 21V-030 | Jan 28, 2021 | Seat Belts | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor vehicles. |
| 20V-689 | Nov 6, 2020 | Suspension | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Xpeditor and Legend vehicles. |
| 20V-687 | Nov 6, 2020 | Engine | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with X12N engines. |
| 20V-450 | Jul 31, 2020 | Parking Brake | Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor trucks with a right-hand drive cab configuration equipped with a park brake valve (button) located to the right of the steering wheel. |
2021 Autocar Xpeditor problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
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Recent 2021 Autocar Xpeditor complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Autocar Xpeditor years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 21 recalls for the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor: 25V-449 (service brakes, air), 23V-699 (parking brake), 23V-400 (electrical system), 23V-373 (latches/locks/linkages), 23V-193 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports).
Are Autocar recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Autocar dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.