NHTSA Recall 12V448000: Electrical system: wiring and pedals and linkages (service brakes)
AUTOCAR INDUSTRIES, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2012 Autocar Xpert.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V448000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M-1203 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | September 13, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
A reduction or complete loss of braking capability can lead to increased stopping distances and/or the increased risk of a crash.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V448000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar Xpert | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.