NHTSA Recall 22V697000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 236 vehicles. It affects 2022 Autocar Xpeditor.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V697000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ACX-2205 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 16, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022 ACX (Xpeditor) trucks. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Safety risk
Separated tie rods can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 14, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2205.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V697000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar Xpeditor | 2022 |
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.