NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Autocar Xpert Recalls & Complaints
The 2012 Autocar Xpert has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2012 Autocar Xpert. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Autocar dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Autocar Xpert. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Worn Valve May Leak and Release Parking Brake
NHTSA #23V023000 · Parking Brake · NHTSA notice
Reported January 23, 2023 · Autocar, LLC
Potentially affected: 11,353 vehicles
Repair completion: 22.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign ACX-2303 ACTT-2301 · Owners notified March 23, 2023 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Safety consequence
The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.
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.
Unexpected Bounce During Transport
NHTSA #14V397000 · Structure — Frame and Members · NHTSA notice
Reported July 2, 2014 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 287 vehicles
Repair completion: 55.56% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign M-1408 · Owners notified November 20, 2014 · Vehicles built November 30, 2011 – November 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks manufactured November 30, 2011, to November 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). When being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.
Safety consequence
The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1408.
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.
Brake Valve Bolts may Loosen/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #14V199000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported April 23, 2014 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 207 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign M-1406 · Owners notified June 20, 2014 · Vehicles built July 11, 2011 – March 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts securing the brake valve to the cab may be below the required torque which could cause a failure in the connection of the airlines and the brake valve. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
Low bolt torque may result in a loss of brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the brake valve mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1406.
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.
Steering Column Mounting Bracket may be Loose
NHTSA #14V200000 · Steering — Column · NHTSA notice
Reported April 23, 2014 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 207 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign M-1407 · Owners notified June 20, 2014 · Vehicles built July 11, 2011 – March 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts that secure the steering column mounting bracket could be below the required torque and possibly cause the steering column to come loose.
Safety consequence
A loose steering column may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1407.
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.
Floor Mat Caught Between Seat Brackets/FMVSS 207
NHTSA #14V198000 · Seats · NHTSA notice
Reported April 23, 2014 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 207 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign M-1405 · Owners notified June 20, 2014 · Vehicles built July 11, 2011 – March 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. During manufacturing, the floor mat may have been captured between the seat brackets and the cab sheet metal at all four connection points. This could cause the torque on the bolts to relax to below the required torque, allowing them to loosen. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Safety consequence
Loose bolts may allow the seat to move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Manufacturer remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat mounting free of charge. The recall is expected to began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1405.
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.
Seat Belt Mounting Bolt Torque/FMVSS 209
NHTSA #14V133000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported March 19, 2014 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 207 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Autocar campaign M-1401 · Owners notified June 20, 2014 · Vehicles built July 11, 2011 – March 5, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts used to anchor the seat belts may be insufficiently tight to withstand the forces experienced in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety consequence
If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the seat belt mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall is began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1401.
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.
Seat Belt Strength/FMVSS 210
NHTSA #13V006000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported January 9, 2013 · Autocar Industries, LLC
Potentially affected: 80 vehicles
Autocar campaign M-1208 · Owners notified March 1, 2013 · Vehicles built October 17, 2011 – September 17, 2012 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012 Xpert vehicles manufactured October 17, 2011, through September 17, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 213522 through 215336. The seat belt anchorages fail to sustain the 3000 pound forces for the specified length of time. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Safety consequence
In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt anchorage may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Manufacturer remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seat belts, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar's recall campaign number is M-1208.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.
Brake Pedal Interference
NHTSA #12V448000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported September 13, 2012 · AUTOCAR INDUSTRIES, LLC
Potentially affected: 20 vehicles
Autocar campaign M-1203 · Owners notified September 20, 2012 · Vehicles built October 17, 2011 – June 18, 2012 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012 Xpert medium-duty class 7 vehicles, manufactured from October 17, 2011, through June 18, 2012, equipped with both left hand and right hand driving positions. The negative cable ground stud and/or wiring harness on each vehicle may interfere with the right-hand drivers side brake pedal. The interference may prevent the driver from being able to fully depress the brake pedal, resulting in reduced braking capability.
Safety consequence
A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
All of the affected vehicles were corrected by September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Autocar Industries, Inc., at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar's recall number is M-1203.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Autocar Xpert model years
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