2013 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR
13 recalls — 0 complaints — 14 TSBs
23V023000 Jan 23, 2023
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
20V013000 Jan 15, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Xpeditor vehicles. The ignition relay may fail without warning, causing the vehicle to stall.
Consequence
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition relay, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2001.
19V456000 Jun 14, 2019
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The drive shaft support cross member may fail.
Consequence
If the cross member fails, the components that it supports may come loose from the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install additional support brackets and cross members and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on August 7, 2019. The recall began October 13, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at... Read more
19V091000 Feb 15, 2019
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Xpeditor vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with undersized brake chambers, possibly allowing the truck to roll when parked. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air ... Read more
Consequence
Unexpected movement when parked can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake chambers with ones of the proper size, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2019. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1903.
17V050000 Jan 23, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with auxiliary axles and 36/36 rear brake chambers. Over-braking can cause excessive vibration and cause the S-cam tube bolts to become loose and allow the brakes to unexpectedly engage.
Consequence
Brakes that engage unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will contact owners and dealers will change the rear brake chambers and the S-cam brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1701.
16V855000 Nov 28, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to November 1, 2016. In the affected vehicles, fuse box vibration may cause the ignition relay to open resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional bracket to lower the vibration of the fuse box, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1606.
16V852000 Nov 28, 2016
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured September 6, 2011, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have hybrid power drive unit cradle mounting bolts that may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
Improperly torqued mounting bolts may loosen and the power drive unit and drive shaft could detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number is ACX-1605.
16V028000 Jan 22, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to January 5, 2016. The affected vehicles are configured with dual-drive, right-hand-stand-up cabs. In these vehicles, the locking cotter pin on the brake pedal mounting bracket may not... Read more
Consequence
If the brake pedal detaches, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of, or install, the cotter pin, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1601.
15V443000 Jul 10, 2015
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
Overheating of the defrost actuator increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
15V289000 May 18, 2015
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured October 12, 2010, to May 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a synchronization valve with Autocar part number A7660006-001 and any of the following cab configurations where the park brake button (sometim... Read more
Consequence
The park brake may engage unexpectedly at any speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the synchronization valve with one that has a lower opening pressure, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1502.
15V280000 May 13, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured July 30, 2007, to April 29, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine ... Read more
Consequence
If the engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Autocar, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit cran... Read more
12V588000 Dec 17, 2012
WHEELS
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, through November 29, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 214008 through 215308. The vehicles are equipped with Hayes Lemmerz manufactured, model 90262, steel wheels. Due to an inadequate we... Read more
Consequence
Separation of the rim and tire from the vehicle can result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
12V472000 Sep 27, 2012
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Xpeditor heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, manufactured from September 10, 2010, through September 10, 2012, equipped with a vehicle rearward rollaway alarm. The motion sensor for the alarm may not have been installed correctly and the ala... Read more
Consequence
Without an audible warning that the vehicle is in a rearward rollaway situation, there is an increased risk that the vehicle may hit a pedestrian or another vehicle.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety began on December 6, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar, LLC, at 1-765-489-5499.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2013 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR
14 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 6 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP | 1 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
SP 3-512-001
Jan 15, 2020
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Autocar Service Program. Power window contacts upgrade.
SP 3-143-002
Apr 20, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Autocar Service Program for MY 2013-2015 Xpeditors to reprogram the vehicle display to correct an issue with engine operating hours displaying incorrectly. Emailed to dealers and service centers as well as customer list that requests all ca
SP-3-820-001
Oct 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
AUTOCAR: INFORMATION IS PROVIDED ON THE REPLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION OF STARTER SPACER, ON SOME TRUCKS. MODEL XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEAR. *PE
SP-3-820-001
Oct 1, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
AUTOCAR: INFORMATION IS PROVIDED ON THE REPLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION OF STARTER SPACER, ON SOME TRUCKS. MODEL XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEAR. *PE
SP-4-286-004
May 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOCAR: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC) AND HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS. MODELS XPEDITOR, ACX-CAB. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SP-4-286-004
May 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUTOCAR: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC) AND HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS. MODELS XPEDITOR, ACX-CAB. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SP-4-286-001
May 1, 2013
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
AUTOCAR: INSTRUCTIONS BEING PROVIDED, ON CERTAIN TRUCKS WITH ISX ENGINES, WITH REGARDS TO REPLACING PARTS FOR TOG (TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER). MODELS ACX-CAB XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 7/1/13. *PE
SP-4-286-001
May 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUTOCAR: INSTRUCTIONS BEING PROVIDED, ON CERTAIN TRUCKS WITH ISX ENGINES, WITH REGARDS TO REPLACING PARTS FOR TOG (TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER). MODELS ACX-CAB XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 7/1/13. *PE
SP-4-286-003
May 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOCAR: INSTRUCTIONS BEING PROVIDED, REGARDING CERTAIN TRUCKS, IN OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC) AND REPLACEMENT. MODELS ACX CAB, XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SP-4-286-003
May 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUTOCAR: INSTRUCTIONS BEING PROVIDED, REGARDING CERTAIN TRUCKS, IN OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC) AND REPLACEMENT. MODELS ACX CAB, XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SP-4-286-002
May 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOCAR: SERVICE PROGRAM PROVING INSTRUCTIONS, ON TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC), FOR CERTAIN TRUCKS, IN OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS AND TO REPLACE TOC. MODELS ACX-CAB, XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 1/6/14.
SP-4-286-002
May 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUTOCAR: SERVICE PROGRAM PROVING INSTRUCTIONS, ON TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER (TOC), FOR CERTAIN TRUCKS, IN OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS AND TO REPLACE TOC. MODELS ACX-CAB, XPEDITOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 1/6/14.
SP-6-384-001
Dec 1, 2012
015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
AUTOCAR: DUE TO EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO HEAT, A REPLACEMENT FOR POWER STEERING PUMPS, INSTALLED BY FACTORY,TO PREVENT PREMATURE WEAR. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SP-6-384-001
Dec 1, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUTOCAR: DUE TO EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE TO HEAT, A REPLACEMENT FOR POWER STEERING PUMPS, INSTALLED BY FACTORY,TO PREVENT PREMATURE WEAR. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
AUTOCAR XPEDITOR — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUTOCAR XPEDITOR across all model years (2008–2026).
247
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUTOCAR XPEDITOR — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 17 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 18 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 21 | 1 | View |
| 2020 | 22 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 24 | 5 | View |
| 2018 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 22 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 13 | 0 | |
| 2012 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 7 | 1 | View |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 0 | View |