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Autocar Xspotter Recall 23V442: Fuel Tank May Separate From Vehicle, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 23V442, reported June 23, 2023, 2,671 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022-2023 Autocar Xspotter vehicles may have fuel tank mounting straps that are not properly secured. If the straps are not secure, the diesel fuel tank can separate from the vehicle.

A fuel tank that comes loose can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange the repair promptly.

Authorized dealers will inspect the fuel tank mounting straps and secure them, or replace them if needed, at no cost to you. Owners were notified by letter mailed August 21, 2023. You can also contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611, referencing recall ACTT-2302, or 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 23V442Autocar, LLC
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 ACTT Xspotter vehicles. The fuel tank mounting straps may not be properly secured.
Risk
An improperly secured fuel tank can separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the fuel tank mounting straps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-2302.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Autocar Xspotter20222023