Autocar Xspotter recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 23, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Autocar Industries, LLC recalls 2016–2017 Autocar Xspotter

Recall number

17V049000

Brand / firm

Autocar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 29 units

Why it was recalled

Without a switch to adjust the dash illumination brightness, the dash lights may be too dim or too bright with either condition increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Xspotter vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured without a dimmer switch to adjust the dash illumination brightness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

What to do

Autocar will notify owners and dealers will install a dimmer switch to adjust dash illumination, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1701.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.