Autocar Industries, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V397000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V397000 by Autocar Industries, Llc. Affecting model year 2012-2015 xpert trucks manufactured november 30, 2011, to november 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed) Includes 287 affected units, Unexpected Bounce During Transport, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2012-2015 xpert trucks manufactured november 30, 2011, to november 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed)

Defect Summary

Autocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 xpert trucks manufactured november 30, 2011, to november 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). when being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.

Corrective Action

The remedy for this recall is still under development. an interim notice was mailed to owners in august 2014. the recall began on november 20, 2014. Owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. autocar's number for this recall is m-1408.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V397000
Report Received Date: 2014-07-02T00:00:00
Subject: Unexpected bounce during transport
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 287

Details

MFR Campaign Number: M-1408
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Autocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 xpert trucks manufactured november 30, 2011, to november 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). when being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.
Consequence Summary: The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: The remedy for this recall is still under development. an interim notice was mailed to owners in august 2014. the recall began on november 20, 2014. Owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. autocar's number for this recall is m-1408.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 55.56

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NHTSA ID: 14V397000
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