2020 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER RECALL - #23V023000
RECALL FOR PARKING BRAKE
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2020 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER |
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| Manufacturer |
Autocar, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
1/24/2023 |
| Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
| Owners Notified on |
1/1/1900 |
| # Affected |
11,353 |
| Recalled for |
PARKING BRAKE |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be 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. |
| See also |
2020 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2020 AUTOCAR XSPOTTER Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, HEADLIGHTS
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