Autocar Recalls Xpeditor Vehicles Due to Electronic Stability Control Malfunction Risk

What Happened

Autocar, LLC has issued a recall for specific Xpeditor (ACX) vehicles due to a potential hardware conflict. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the vehicle’s drive line yoke may come into contact with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit. This contact can damage the ESC unit, potentially causing it to malfunction or fail entirely.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall impacts a total of 22 units. The following models are included in this action:

• Manufacturer: Autocar, LLC
• Models: 2023-2024 Autocar ACX (Xpeditor)
• Recall Number: ACX-2601
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V055000

What You Should Do

Autocar will notify affected owners by mail, with letters expected to be sent out by March 27, 2026. To remedy the issue, Autocar will relocate the ESC unit to prevent contact with the drive line yoke. This service will be performed free of charge.

Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 for more information regarding this recall.

Why This Matters

A damaged ESC unit may malfunction, resulting in the disabling of the vehicle’s electronic stability control system. The loss of this safety feature significantly increases the risk of a crash.

Source

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).