Improperly torqued steering linkage castle nuts
Defect Summary
Autocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 xspotter and xpert vehicles manufactured march 2, 2015, to september 22, 2016. the castle nuts on the steering linkage assembly may not have been tightened properly.
Safety Consequence
If the castle nuts were not properly tightened, the cotter pin could shear and the steering linkage assembly components could separate, resulting in the loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Autocar will notify owners, and authorized autocar service repair facilities will repair the vehicles, free of charge. the recall began on november 18, 2016. owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. autocar's number for this recall is mdtt-1602.
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FAQ: Recall 16V723000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V723000?
NHTSA recall 16V723000 was issued by Autocar Industries, Llc on October 7, 2016. It addresses: Improperly torqued steering linkage castle nuts. The recall affects approximately 1,132 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Autocar Industries, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V723000 or the manufacturer campaign number MDTT-1602. 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.