Recall
Autocar Xpeditor — 12V588000
NHTSA ID
12V588000
Make
Autocar
Model
Xpeditor
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2012-12-17
Component
WHEELS
Units Affected
222
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
A-1205
Summary
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, through November 29, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 214008 through 215308. The vehicles are equipped with Hayes Lemmerz manufactured, model 90262, steel wheels. Due to an inadequate weld between the wheel disc and rim, the disc can separate from the rim.
Consequence
Separation of the rim and tire from the vehicle can result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 12, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499.