NHTSA Recall 13V183000: Visibility/wiper
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 797 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Autocar Acx.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V183000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-1303 |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Report received | May 8, 2013 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."
Safety risk
Without properly working windshield wipers, the driver's vision could be hindered by precipitation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V183000
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.