2021 Autocar Xpeditor: recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 21 recall campaigns for the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor. The newest campaign is 25V449000. NHTSA received the report on 3 Jul 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.
The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.
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Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V449000, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are ACTT-2503 and ACX-2503.
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Recall campaigns
21 campaigns, newest first. 28,268 units in total.
- 25V449000Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank
- 23V699000Parking Brake / Indicator Light
- 23V400000Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- 23V373000Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
- 23V193000Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- 23V019000Exterior Lighting
- 23V018000Electrical System / Instrument Panel / Fuel Gauge
- 22V797000Steering / Critical Fasteners
- 22V437000Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- 22V262000Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
- 22V216000Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Modulator
- 21V966000Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- 21V956000Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
- 21V867000Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
- 21V677000Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
- 21V093000Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- 21V095000Engine
- 21V030000Seat Belts
- 20V687000Engine
- 20V689000Suspension
- 20V450000Parking Brake
25V449000Received . 49 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2015-2022 ACTT (Xspotter) and ACX (Xpeditor) vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are ACTT-2503 and ACX-2503.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2503 ACTT-2503.
23V699000Received . 104 units.
Parking Brake / Indicator Light
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2021-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The park brake warning light may incorrectly illuminate during an air loss event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are ACX-2311 and DC-2306. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-400.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2311, DC-2306. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23V400000Received . 11,308 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2020-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The park brake warning light may incorrectly illuminate during an air loss event. As such, these trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall is ACX-2307 and DC-2303.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2307, DC-2303. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23V373000Received . 557 units.
Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Autocar Xpeditor (ACX) trucks. The right-side stand-up door latch may be assembled incorrectly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrectly assembled door latch may allow the door to open unexpectedly during operation, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and reassemble the door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2306.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2306. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23V193000Received . 55 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 ACX (Xpeditor) vehicles. The external fuse box may short circuit due to water intrusion.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuse box that short circuits can cause an unexpected vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will mount the external fuse box vertically and install a shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2304. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-437.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2304. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23V019000Received . 445 units.
Exterior Lighting
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Xpeditor vehicles. The external sun visor may obstruct the roof mounted clearance lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An obstructed view of the clearance lights may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will remount roof mounted clearance lights above the sun visor. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2302.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2302. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
23V018000Received . 206 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Panel / Fuel Gauge
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Xpeditor vehicles that run on natural gas. A software error in the instrument cluster may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2301.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2301. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22V797000Received . 2,136 units.
Steering / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles. The steering column shaft pinch bolt may be improperly secured.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An improperly secured steering column shaft pinch bolt can bind, causing a sudden loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the steering column shaft pinch bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 19, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2206.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2206. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22V437000Received . 2,143 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor (ACX) trucks. The external fuse box may short circuit due to water intrusion.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuse box that short circuits can cause an unexpected vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will mount the external fuse box vertically and install a shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 15, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2203.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2203. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22V262000Received . 908 units.
Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Xpeditor (ACX) vehicles. The hazard lights will not function when the ignition is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Inoperable hazard lights increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will repair or replace the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2202.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2202. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
22V216000Received . 535 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Modulator
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Xpeditor ACX vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) modulation valve may be wired incorrectly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Incorrect ABS wiring can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will repair or replace the ABS wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 30, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2201.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2201. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V966000Received . 251 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Xpeditor vehicles. The GPS module may have been improperly mounted under the dashboard and could come loose or disconnect entirely.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loose or disconnected GPS module may interfere with the brake and/or throttle pedals, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will remount the GPS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2109.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2109. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V956000Received . 1,001 units.
Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor and 2020-2022 Legend vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Cummins will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-976-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2108 DC-2105.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2108 DC-2105. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V867000Received . 947 units.
Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor vehicles. The hazard lights will not function with the ignition turned off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Disabled hazard lighting can increase the risk of a crash or injury in a hazard situation.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will reprogram the hazard lighting software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 07, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2106.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2106. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V677000Received . 586 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021 Xpeditor and 2020-2021 Legend vehicles. A machining defect may cause the power steering pump to fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will inspect the power steering pump, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner were notified of the defect on October 28, 2021. The remedy is expected to be available March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2104 DC-2104.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2105 DC-2104. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V093000Received . 1,002 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Xpeditor and 2021-2022 Legend vehicles equipped with a MRS 7" display. The display may restart during operation, resulting in the warning lights not being visible until the restart is completed. The display may restart during operation and the warning icons for the Seat Belt, Low Air, Check Engine, ABS, Park Brake Applied, Turn Signal Indicator, Fuel Level, Electrical Charge, Coolant Temperature and Oil Pressure will not be visible until restart has completed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
During a display restart, warning lights such as the seat belt, check engine, fuel level, and other important warnings may not display, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the display, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 19, 2021. A second notice will be sent when the remedy becomes available in February 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2102- DC-2101.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2102 DC-2101. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V095000Received . 577 units.
Engine
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor vehicles. The turbocharger heat shield may fail and detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached heat shield can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turbocharger heat shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 24, 2021. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2103.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2103. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
21V030000Received . 3,196 units.
Seat Belts
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor vehicles. These vehicles may have a seat belt harness routing located too close to the seat mechanism. If the harness chafes and short circuits, the circuit protection fuse will open, and the engine will shut off and not restart.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The vehicle may stall and not restart, without warning, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will route and secure the seatbelt wiring clear of the seat mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2021. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2101.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2101. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
20V687000Received . 116 units.
Engine
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with X12N engines. The engine ground cable is too short and may fail.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the ground cable fails, the engine may stall without the ability to restart, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners and dealers will replace the ground cable, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification on January 4, 2021 informing owners of the safety risk. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 5, 2022. Owners can contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2007.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2007. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
20V689000Received . 1,060 units.
Suspension
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Xpeditor and Legend vehicles. The transverse torque rod mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the transverse torque rod mounting bolts are not properly tightened, the bolts may fail and become disconnected from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2021. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2008.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
20V450000Received . 1,086 units.
Parking Brake
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor trucks with a right-hand drive cab configuration equipped with a park brake valve (button) located to the right of the steering wheel. The parking brake synchronization valve plumbing may be improperly assembled, causing the parking brake to apply unexpectedly without warning.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unexpected parking brake application can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the plumbing to allow the system to operate as designed. The recall began September 28, 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-2004.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2004. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.
Complaints by component
The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.
Investigations
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.
Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.
Other model years
The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.
Official channels
- NHTSA VIN lookupNHTSA shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle from its VIN or its license plate.
- NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
- NHTSA page of the 2021 Autocar XpeditorThe recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.
Cite this page
Recall Register. 2021 Autocar Xpeditor: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/autocar/xpeditor/2021/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .
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- Recall file through
- 29 Sep 2026
- Complaint file through
- 15 May 2019
- First complaint in the file
- 1 Jan 1995
- Manufacturer in the recall file
- Autocar, LLC
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Questions
- How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor?
- 28,268 units in 21 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
- How many recall campaigns does the Autocar Xpeditor have for all model years?
- NHTSA lists 71 recall campaigns for the Autocar Xpeditor, model years 2008 to 2026. 21 of them name the 2021 model year.
- Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2021 Autocar Xpeditor open?
- The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.