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Autocar Xpeditor Recall 18V815: Steering Bracket May Loosen, Causing Loss of Steering Control

NHTSA campaign 18V815, reported November 16, 2018, 761 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail. If it is not secure, steering effort can increase or power steering assist can be reduced or lost entirely.

A reduction in power steering assist or a loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. Drivers should be aware of any sudden change in how hard the steering wheel is to turn.

The repair is free. Autocar will notify owners, and authorized dealers will properly secure the power steering assist bracket to the frame at no charge. Owners can contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486, referencing recall number ACX-1803. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V815Autocar, LLC
Component
STEERING
Problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail, possibly causing an increase in steering effort or a loss of steering ability.
Risk
A reduction of power steering assist or a loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1803.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Autocar Xpeditor2019