2011 Autocar Acx | 2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Parking brake: conventional: air
Published April 12, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 11, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V138000, published April 12, 2013 and initiated April 11, 2013. Recalling firm: Autocar, LLC; 2011 Autocar Acx | 2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Parking brake: conventional: air.
What's the hazard
Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 ACX vehicles manufactured January 24, 2011, through December 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What to do
Autocar will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's campaign recall number is A-1301.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUTOCAR
- Model
- ACX
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Lot
- 2011 AUTOCAR ACX | 2012 AUTOCAR ACX | 2013 AUTOCAR ACX
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Autocar Acx | 2012 Autocar Acx | 2013 Autocar Acx — Parking brake: conventional: air recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V138000 on April 12, 2013. Reported hazard: Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 ACX vehicles manufactured January 24, 2011, through December 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What should I do if I have this product?
Autocar will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's campaign recall number is A-1301.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTOCAR. Model: ACX.