Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2025 Autocar Legend
The 2025 Autocar LEGEND has four notable recall campaigns, focusing on steering, electrical, and suspension issues. There are no owner complaints on file, which may suggest underreporting rather than absence of problems. These recalls indicate potential issues with safety-critical components, so thorough inspections focusing on these areas are advisable.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2025 Autocar Legend has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2025 Autocar Legend. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V679000 Loss of Steering Control NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V660000 Steering Wheel May Separate and Cause Steering Loss NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V208000 Blower Motor may Short Circuit and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V036000 Cab Shock Absorber Bracket Fasteners May Detach NHTSA notice
Known issues to inspect
Tie rod clamp loose
How to check: Inspect tie rod assembly for proper security and alignment.
Steering wheel nut unsecured
How to check: Ensure steering wheel is firmly attached and secure.
Incorrect blower motor fuse
How to check: Verify correct fuse type in box matches specifications.
Loose cab shock absorber bracket
How to check: Check shock absorber brackets for tightness and wear signs.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Immediate start without unusual noise.
Red flag: Struggling or noisy ignition.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Stable idle without vibrations.
Red flag: Rough or unsteady idle.
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Smooth acceleration without hesitation.
Red flag: Lagging or jerky response.
- 04
Steering check
What to check: Responsive steering with no play.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive.
- 05
Highway speed
What to check: Stable handling at higher speeds.
Red flag: Wobbling or drifting tendencies.
- 06
Braking
What to check: Responsive brakes without noise or pull.
Red flag: Noise or pull when braking.
- 07
Post-drive inspection
What to check: No leaks under vehicle.
Red flag: Any fluid leaks observed.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have these recall issues been addressed?
- Can you provide service records?
- Any mechanical issues not listed?
- How many previous owners?
- Reason for selling the vehicle?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service records and receipts
- Title and registration
- Recall repair confirmations
- Vehicle history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2025 Autocar Legend at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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