NHTSA Recall 20V496000: Equipment
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 78 vehicles. It affects 2019 Autocar Xpeditor.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V496000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ACX-2005 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 21, 2020 |
| Owner notification | April 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain 2019 Xpeditor vehicles up-fitted with an aftermarket power take off (PTO). These vehicles may stall or hesitate when operated from the right side stand up position with the PTO system engaged.
Safety risk
A stall or hesitation can cause the vehicle to drift backwards, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury ,or property damage.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners of the recall on October 19, 2020. Dealers will install a hill start aid system, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2005.
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 20V496000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar Xpeditor | 2019 |
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.