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Autocar Xspotter Recall 24V819: Software error can let vehicle exceed speed limit, risking loss of control

NHTSA campaign 24V819, reported December 9, 2024, 104 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A software error may allow certain Autocar Xspotter vehicles to exceed the speed governor limit. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 136 for electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.

Driving faster than 33 mph can cause a loss of handling and control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange the repair as soon as possible.

The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will update the vehicle and drive motor software at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2025. You can contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611, and you can check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V819Autocar, LLC
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Problem
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2023-2025 ACTT (Xspotter) vehicles. A software error may allow the vehicle to exceed the speed governor limit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk
Driving at speeds greater than 33 mph can result in a loss of handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle and drive motor software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-2402.
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 nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Autocar Xspotter202320242025