Recall 18V165 affects 1,320 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles for methane-detector wiring that can overheat. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 1,320 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with a factory-installed methane detection system because the detector circuit protection can be inadequate and the wiring harness can be routed incorrectly. Excess current can overheat the harness and increase fire risk; Autocar dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The factory methane detection system on 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor trucks is there to sense methane and alert the operator when the system detects gas. Its wiring harness carries power and signal through the truck's electrical system. Circuit protection, including the fuse, is supposed to limit current before the wiring overheats.
In NHTSA campaign 18V165, Autocar reported that the methane detector circuit protection was inadequate and that the sensor wire harness was routed incorrectly on some trucks. If the harness is damaged or draws more current than it is protected for, heat and electrical arcing can damage the wiring. The repair changes the fuse from ten amps to three amps, so the circuit opens sooner instead of letting excess current stay in the harness.
The warning sign is that the methane detector stops working. If the detector has quit or acts dead, the truck has lost the system that is supposed to warn the operator about methane.
Who's affected?
Covers the Xpeditor across 5 model years, all tied to the same wiring component.
| 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2017 Autocar Xpeditor | wiring |
| 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | wiring |
| 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | wiring |
| 2018 Autocar Xpeditor | wiring |
| Units affected | 1,320 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
Excessive current in the wiring harness can overheat the harness and increase the risk of a fire. The methane detector can stop working, removing a warning the driver relies on. Schedule the repair soon, and stop using the vehicle if the detector stops working. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the free fuse replacement that reduces excessive current in the methane detector wiring harness.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one, or reference recall number 18V165 when you call.
- Avoid delaying the repair; the wiring harness can overheat if it carries excessive current.
- Call Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 with scheduling questions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician replaces the ten amp fuse for the methane detection system with a three amp fuse and checks the related circuit protection area as part of the recall repair. The replacement parts and labor are free under recall 18V165. Autocar's standard reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. If you paid for a methane detector fuse, harness, or circuit protection repair tied to this issue, ask Autocar customer service what documentation the plan requires.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 12, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 13, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| April 13, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 13, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 16, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V165?
Recall 18V165 covers 1,320 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles equipped with a factory-installed methane detection system. The defect involves circuit protection and harness routing for the methane detector, and Autocar dealers replace the 10 amp fuse with a 3 amp fuse for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V165. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the fuse replacement. Reference recall number 18V165 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Autocar dealers replace the methane detector fuse free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for affected 2014-2018 Xpeditor vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the methane detector wiring harness carries excessive current, the harness can overheat. Autocar's free dealer repair reduces that risk by replacing the 10 amp fuse with a 3 amp fuse.
What if I bought my Autocar Xpeditor used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Xpeditor is included, then reference recall 18V165 when you contact an Autocar dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V165000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V165 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V165000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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