Recall 14V512 covers 19 2015 Autocar Xspotter trucks with fuel filters that can separate and stall the engine. Cummins service centers replace them free.
Autocar is recalling 19 2015 Xspotter heavy duty trucks because the fuel filter shell can separate from the nut plate and stall the engine without warning. An unexpected stall increases crash risk, and the Autocar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filter, part number FF63009, on the 2015 Autocar Xspotter sits in the diesel fuel system for the Cummins ISB or ISL engine. Its job is to clean fuel before it reaches the engine, while the filter shell and nut plate keep the filter sealed and attached under pressure.
In this recall, the filter shell can separate from the fuel filter nut plate. When that joint comes apart, the fuel filter no longer stays sealed in the way the engine needs. Fuel flow is interrupted, and the engine can stall while the truck is being used. The specific failure point is the fuel filter assembly, not the whole engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing describes a stall without warning, so an owner or driver should not expect a light, sound, smell, or gradual change to appear first.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Autocar Xspotter | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 19 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
If the engine stalls unexpectedly, crash risk increases because the vehicle can stop responding as expected. Schedule service promptly, and if it stalls, pull over safely and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Autocar Xspotter is included in this recall.
- Contact Autocar customer service to confirm the current repair path for recall number 14V512.
- Schedule the free Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel-filter replacement that prevents the filter shell from separating and stalling the engine without warning.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar or Cummins mailed one, and reference recall number 14V512 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and move out of traffic safely if the engine stalls.
What happens at the repair
At the authorized service visit, the technician replaces the Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filter on the Cummins ISB or ISL engine. The source remedy says Cummins service centers perform the fuel filter replacement for Autocar owners at no charge, and the recall began in August 2014. If your 2015 Xspotter is included, ask the service desk to confirm that campaign 14V512 is still open on your VIN before the work order is written. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| April 12, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| August 20, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V512?
Recall 14V512 covers 19 2015 Autocar Xspotter heavy duty trucks with Cummins ISB or ISL engines and Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters. The fuel filter shell can separate from the nut plate, stall the engine without warning, and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2015 Autocar Xspotter is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V512. If it is, contact Autocar or a Cummins service center and ask for the free fuel filter replacement. Reference Autocar recall number T-1409 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V512, Cummins service centers replace the affected fuel filter free of charge for included 2015 Autocar Xspotter trucks.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V512?
The safety risk is an unexpected engine stall. If the fuel filter shell separates from the nut plate, the engine can stall without warning, which increases crash risk. Autocar did not issue a stop-driving instruction in the recall.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before the engine stalls. The recall describes a fuel filter shell separation that can cause the engine to stall without warning. If your VIN is included, arrange the free fuel filter replacement before putting the truck back into regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V512000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-765-489-5499 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V512 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V512000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (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 →