Recall 14V133 affects 207 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert vehicles for loose seat belt mounting bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar recalled 207 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles under recall 14V133 because seat belt anchor bolts were not tight enough to withstand forces in certain crashes. If the belt does not properly restrain an occupant, injury risk rises in a crash; the Autocar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt anchor bolts on the 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert hold the belt assembly to the cab structure. In a crash, those bolts are supposed to keep the belt anchored so the webbing can restrain the occupant instead of pulling loose from its mounting point.
On affected Xpert trucks, the anchor bolts were not tightened enough. A bolt that is too loose has less clamping force, which means the joint does not hold as firmly against crash loads. Under the force of certain crashes, the belt anchor can fail to withstand the load it is designed to carry.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can look normal, latch normally, and still have an anchor bolt that is not tight enough. If the belt feels loose at its mounting point, mention that to the dealer, but absence of that sign does not clear the vehicle.
Who's affected?
The scope spans 3 model years with the same seat belt component.
| 2013 Autocar Xpert | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2014 Autocar Xpert | seat belt |
| 2012 Autocar Xpert | seat belt |
| Units affected | 207 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A seat belt with loose mounting bolts can fail to properly restrain the occupant, increasing injury risk in a crash. Use the seat belt on every trip, but treat this as a repair priority once your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert is included in this recall.
- Contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499 to confirm dealer repair timing.
- Ask a franchised Autocar dealer about the free seat-belt mounting-bolt tightening that restores the belt anchors.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V133 when you call.
- Use every seat belt until the repair is complete, and ask the dealer to inspect the belt anchors before continued service use.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician tightens the seat belt mounting bolts so the belt anchors can better withstand crash forces. The filing says Autocar began this recall in June 2014, but the current remedy status is not listed here. The dealer repair will be free once Autocar confirms the campaign is open for your VIN. Ask the service desk to reference recall 14V133 or Autocar campaign M-1401 when you schedule the visit.
Timeline
| March 19, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 20, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V133?
Recall 14V133 covers 207 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert vehicles with seat belt mounting bolts that were not tightened enough to meet the required seat belt standard. Autocar dealers tighten the affected mounting bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V133. If it is, call a franchised Autocar dealer and ask for recall M-1401. The dealer tightens the seat belt mounting bolts for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Autocar's remedy says dealers tighten the seat belt mounting bolts free of charge. Use recall number M-1401 when you call the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced seat belt restraint in a crash. If the mounting bolts are not tight enough, the belt can fail to properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury. The free dealer repair tightens those bolts.
What if I bought my Autocar Xpert used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN for recall 14V133, then call a franchised Autocar dealer and reference recall M-1401 if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V133000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-765-489-5499 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V133 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V133000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →