Autocar Xpeditor recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 7, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Autocar, LLC recalls 2017–2018 Autocar Xpeditor

Recall number

17V783000

Brand / firm

Autocar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,505 units

Why it was recalled

Overheating of the defrost actuator increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Xpeditor vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with an HVAC defrost door actuator system mechanism that may overheat due to inadequate circuit protection.

What to do

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness with a one amp fuse to the circuit, free of charge. The recall began on January 12, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1704.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.