2012 Autocar Xspotter recalls and problems
The 2012 Autocar Xspotter has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Autocar dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 Autocar Xspotter vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 Autocar Xspotter recalls
Recall 25V-451: Equipment
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2025 ACTT (Xspotter) vehicles. The tire inflation information label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation information can result in under inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Autocar will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-2504.
Recall 23V-023: Parking Brake
Problem: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Risk: The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.
Recall 14V-131: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Xspotter vehicles manufactured November 23, 2009, through October 21, 2013, and equipped with Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Fix: Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Autocar's number for this recall is T-1403.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Autocar Xspotter have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Autocar Xspotter: 25V-451 (equipment), 23V-023 (parking brake), 14V-131 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.