AUTOCAR XPEDITOR (2021) recall — Steering
Autocar is recalling 2021 Xpeditor vehicles with a power steering pump defect that may cause loss of steering assist, increasing crash risk. Free replacement available by March 16, 2022.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Autocar is recalling certain 2021 Xpeditor vehicles due to a power steering pump defect that could cause loss of steering assist, increasing crash risk. Owners must have the pump inspected and replaced if necessary to prevent potential accidents. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80241-autocar-2021-xpeditor-steering-recall-power-steering-pump-failure-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80241-autocar-2021-xpeditor-steering-recall-power-steering-pump-failure-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V677000
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“Autocar 2021 Xpeditor Steering Recall: Power Steering Pump Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80241-autocar-2021-xpeditor-steering-recall-power-steering-pump-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #21V677000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V677000).
Why it’s dangerous
A machining defect in the power steering pump can cause it to fail, leading to loss of power steering assist. This may make steering difficult or impossible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles are affected. Drivers with the power steering pump defect are at higher risk of losing steering assist during normal driving.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2021 Autocar Xpeditor. The recall covers vehicles notified of the defect starting October 28, 2021.
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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 schedule a free power steering pump inspection and replacement if needed.
March 16, 2022
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is my power steering pump being recalled?
The recall is for a machining defect that may cause the power steering pump to fail, resulting in loss of steering assist.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2021 Autocar Xpeditor and was notified of the defect starting October 28, 2021.
What should I do if my power steering pump fails?
The recall remedy includes free inspection and replacement of the power steering pump if necessary.
Contact Autocar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Autocar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V677000 — Autocar Autocar Hello, I own a Autocar that is covered by recall 21V677000 from Autocar. The official recall notice states: 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. 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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Where this comes from
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 #21V677000 (August 31, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 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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