NHTSA Recall 14V200000: Column (steering)
Autocar Industries, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 207 vehicles. It affects 2012–2014 Autocar Xpert.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V200000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M-1407 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | April 23, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 20, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts that secure the steering column mounting bracket could be below the required torque and possibly cause the steering column to come loose.
Safety risk
A loose steering column may make it difficult to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column mounting, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1407.
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 14V200000
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.