CarRecallWatch- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Problem
- Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
- Risk
- The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line. This creates excessive back pressure that can cause the parking brake to release on its own.
If the parking brake releases unexpectedly, the vehicle may roll away, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should be cautious and always set the parking brake and check that the vehicle is held in place before leaving it.
The remedy is free. Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the parking brake control valve. Owners who received the notification letter mailed March 23, 2023, can contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
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