2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2011 Autocar Xpeditor | 2012 Autocar Xpeditor | 2013 Autocar Xpeditor — Parking brake
Published May 18, 2015 · Recall initiated: May 18, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V289000, published May 18, 2015. Recalling firm: Autocar, LLC; 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2011 Autocar Xpeditor | 2012 Autocar Xpeditor | 2013 Autocar Xpeditor — Parking brake.
What's the hazard
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured October 12, 2010, to May 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a synchronization valve with Autocar part number A7660006-001 and any of the following cab configurations where the park brake button (sometimes referred to as the park brake valve) is located to the right of the RH drive steering wheel: RH Drive, dual drive/dual sit, and dual drive/RH stand. If the operator inadvertently or erroneously attempts to release the park brake without first firmly applying the service brake, the park brake will subsequently engage, at any speed and likely unexpectedly to the operator.
What to do
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the synchronization valve with one that has a lower opening pressure, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1502.
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Recall details
- Brand
- AUTOCAR
- Model
- XPEDITOR
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Lot
- 2015 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2014 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2016 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2011 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2012 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2013 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | 2011 Autocar Xpeditor | 2012 Autocar Xpeditor | 2013 Autocar Xpeditor — Parking brake recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V289000 on May 18, 2015. Reported hazard: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured October 12, 2010, to May 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a synchronization valve with Autocar part number A7660006-001 and any of the following cab configurations where the park brake button (sometimes referred to as the park brake valve) is located to the right of the RH drive steering wheel: RH Drive, dual drive/dual sit, and dual drive/RH stand. If the operator inadvertently or erroneously attempts to release the park brake without first firmly applying the service brake, the park brake will subsequently engage, at any speed and likely unexpectedly to the operator.
What should I do if I have this product?
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the synchronization valve with one that has a lower opening pressure, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1502.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTOCAR. Model: XPEDITOR.