Seat belt mounting bolt torque/fmvss 209
Defect Summary
Autocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 xpert vehicles manufactured july 11, 2011, through march 5, 2014. the bolts used to anchor the seat belts may be insufficiently tight to withstand the forces experienced in certain crashes. as such, these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicles safety standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt does not properly restrain the seat occupant, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the seat belt mounting bolts, free of charge. the recall is began in june 2014. owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499. autocar's number for this recall is m-1401.
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FAQ: Recall 14V133000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V133000?
NHTSA recall 14V133000 was issued by Autocar Industries, Llc on March 19, 2014. It addresses: Seat belt mounting bolt torque/fmvss 209. The recall affects approximately 207 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Autocar Industries, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V133000 or the manufacturer campaign number M-1401. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.