NHTSA Campaign 22V475000

STEERING

Issued by Autocar, LLC · Reported Jul 1, 2022 · 653 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Legend, Xpeditor, and Xspotter trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly,which can cause the gear to fracture.

Consequence

A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers with inspect and replace the steering gear, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 29, 2022. Owners can contact Autocar's customer service at 765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2204 DC-2202.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
AUTOCAR LEGEND 2022 653
AUTOCAR LEGEND 2023 653
AUTOCAR XPEDITOR 2022 653
AUTOCAR XPEDITOR 2023 653
AUTOCAR XSPOTTER 2022 653
AUTOCAR XSPOTTER 2023 653

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V475000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.