AUTOCAR XPEDITOR (2019) recall — Steering
Autocar is recalling 2019 Xpeditor vehicles with potential power steering bracket issues that could increase crash risk. Owners must have the bracket secured to the frame by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A reduction of power steering assist or a loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Autocar is recalling certain 2019 Xpeditor vehicles because the power steering bracket might not be securely attached to the frame, which could lead to increased steering effort or loss of steering control. This could raise the risk of a crash. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1223488-autocar-2019-xpeditor-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1223488-autocar-2019-xpeditor-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V815000
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“Autocar 2019 Xpeditor Steering Recall: Risk of Crash Due to Power Steering Issues.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1223488-autocar-2019-xpeditor-steering-recall-risk-of-crash-due-to. Based on NHTSA recall #18V815000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V815000).
Why it’s dangerous
The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail. This can cause the steering system to become less responsive or even fail, increasing the effort needed to turn the wheels and potentially leading to a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles are affected. Drivers who experience increased steering effort or loss of steering control during driving are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Autocar Xpeditor has a power steering assist cylinder bracket that isn't securely attached to the frame rail. The recall started December 18, 2018.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Autocar Customer Service
Call 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486 to get your vehicle checked for the recall.
Have Dealers Secure Bracket
Dealers will fix the power steering bracket by securing it to the frame rail at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1803.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The power steering assist cylinder bracket may not be properly secured to the frame rail, which can cause increased steering effort or loss of steering control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your 2019 Autocar Xpeditor may be affected if the power steering assist cylinder bracket isn't securely attached to the frame rail.
What should I do if I own this vehicle?
Contact Autocar customer service to have the power steering bracket secured to the frame rail by a dealer at no cost.
Contact Autocar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Autocar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V815000 — Autocar Autocar Hello, I own a Autocar that is covered by recall 18V815000 from Autocar. The official recall notice states: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the power assist steering bracket to the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1803. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V815000 (November 16, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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