Recall 20V417 affects 82 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles for loose cross-member mounting brackets. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
Autocar is recalling 82 2014-2018 Xpeditor trucks equipped with a front engine power take off because the first cross member behind the engine can loosen and detach from the frame. If it fails, supported components can come loose and increase crash risk; the Autocar dealer repair will be free once available.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
In NHTSA campaign 20V417, the recalled 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor trucks have a structural cross member behind the engine. That cross member ties the frame rails together, helps the frame hold its shape, and supports the truck while engine-driven equipment is being powered through the front engine power take off (FEPTO).
On affected trucks, the frame does not have enough room to twist and flex during normal work. That strain collects at the first cross member behind the engine, especially on units built with a wheelbase less than or equal to 186 inches. Over time, the mounting brackets crack from fatigue, which means repeated stress weakens the metal until the cross member loosens and detaches from the frame rails.
Owners can look for cracks around the cross member brackets during a visual inspection. A popping sound while the truck is moving is also a warning sign that the structure is shifting under load.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2014-2018 Xpeditor model years, all tied to the same body or structural component.
| 2018 Autocar Xpeditor | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Autocar Xpeditor | body or structural component |
| 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | body or structural component |
| 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | body or structural component |
| 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 82 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed cross member can let supported components come loose from the truck, increasing crash risk. Cracks visible during inspection or a popping sound while the truck is moving are warning signs. If either appears, limit use 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 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor is included in this recall.
- Contact Autocar customer service or an authorized Autocar dealer to confirm the current repair timing.
- Ask when the free frame cross-member repair opens, including replacement of damaged parts and added support brackets that keep supported components from coming loose.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar has sent one. If not, reference recall number 20V417 when you call.
- Keep the truck out of service if frame components are loose or detached, and ask the dealer how to move it safely.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is still under development, so do not assume it can be scheduled yet. Once Autocar opens the repair, an Autocar technician will inspect the cross member area behind the engine, replace damaged components, install added support brackets, and add another cross member. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. Autocar has a general reimbursement plan on file for eligible repairs paid before the recall notice. If you paid for this same repair, bring documentation to the service desk and ask how Autocar handles the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 20, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 17, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| September 17, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 18, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 10, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V417?
Recall 20V417 covers 82 2014-2018 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles built with a single cross-member behind the engine and front engine power take off. The first cross-member brackets can fail from improper spacing, letting supported components loosen or detach and increasing crash risk.
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 20V417. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer and reference recall number 20V417. Ask whether the support-bracket and cross-member repair is available for your VIN before moving the vehicle for service.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. Autocar's remedy says dealers will replace damaged components and install additional support brackets and an additional cross-member free of charge once the repair is open for the vehicle.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V417?
The safety risk is that the failed cross-member can let supported components come loose from the vehicle. Autocar and NHTSA link that condition to increased crash risk. The recall remedy adds support hardware and replaces damaged parts to correct the frame-support problem.
What warning signs should I watch for on my Autocar Xpeditor?
The recall filing does not list a specific driver warning sign before the cross-member brackets fail. Treat new frame-area noise, visible looseness, or unusual vibration behind the engine as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call an Autocar dealer for recall guidance.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V417000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V417 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V417000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →