CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
- Problem
- Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2504.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2023-2024 Autocar Legend trucks may have air tanks that do not hold enough compressed air for the brake system. The vehicles do not meet federal Air Brake Systems safety requirements. With too little air in reserve, the brakes may not work as well, so the vehicle may need a longer distance to stop, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected vehicle, the repair is free. Dealers will inspect the air system and replace or add air tanks as needed. Autocar reports that all vehicles were repaired by May 23, 2025. You can contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 and reference recall number DC-2504, or check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Until the repair is confirmed, be aware that your stopping distance may be longer than usual, and allow extra room when braking.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Autocar Legend | 20232024 |
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