Does the 2012 Autocar Xpert have any recalls?

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: parking brake, structure, suspension, steering, service brakes, air, seats. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Autocar Xpert recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Autocar dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Autocar Xpert?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Autocar Xpert recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Autocar Xpert. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Autocar been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Autocar dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2012 Autocar Xpert recalls, newest first

January 23, 2023NHTSA 23V02300011,353 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake

Summary: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Consequence: The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 2, 2014NHTSA 14V397000287 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members

Summary: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks manufactured November 30, 2011, to November 5, 2014 and having a 164-inch wheelbase and a sweeper body which is mounted with a gap between the cab and the body (where optional equipment could be installed). When being driven at speeds above 25mph, the affected vehicles may have an unexpected bounce.
Consequence: The unexpected bounce may cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was mailed to owners in August 2014. The recall began on November 20, 2014. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1408.
Components: Structure › Frame and members; Suspension

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 23, 2014NHTSA 14V200000207 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 23, 2014NHTSA 14V199000207 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts securing the brake valve to the cab may be below the required torque which could cause a failure in the connection of the airlines and the brake valve. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence: Low bolt torque may result in a loss of brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the brake valve 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-1406.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 23, 2014NHTSA 14V198000207 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. During manufacturing, the floor mat may have been captured between the seat brackets and the cab sheet metal at all four connection points. This could cause the torque on the bolts to relax to below the required torque, allowing them to loosen. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence: Loose bolts may allow the seat to move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat mounting free of charge. The recall is expected to began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1405.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 19, 2014NHTSA 14V133000207 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary: Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles manufactured July 11, 2011, through March 5, 2014. The bolts used to anchor the seat belts may be insufficiently tight to withstand the forces experienced in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence: If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the seat belt mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall is began in June 2014. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is M-1401.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 9, 2013NHTSA 13V00600080 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary: Autocar Industries, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012 Xpert vehicles manufactured October 17, 2011, through September 17, 2012; and with serial numbers in the range 213522 through 215336. The seat belt anchorages fail to sustain the 3000 pound forces for the specified length of time. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt anchorage may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the seat belts, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 13, 2012NHTSA 12V44800020 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Components: Electrical system › Wiring; Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2012 Autocar Xpert were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2012 Autocar Xpert have any recalls?: 8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: parking brake, structure, suspension, steering, service brakes, air, seats. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Autocar Xpert recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Autocar dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Autocar Xpert?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.