Hybrid propulsion system
- Component
- Hybrid propulsion system
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 107
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2016-11-28
- Owners notified
- 2017-01-13
Defect description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured September 6, 2011, to October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have hybrid power drive unit cradle mounting bolts that may not have been properly tightened.
Safety risk
Improperly torqued mounting bolts may loosen and the power drive unit and drive shaft could detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number is ACX-1605.