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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V050000

2013 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor — Service brakes

Published January 27, 2017 · Recall initiated: January 23, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V050000, published January 27, 2017 and initiated January 23, 2017. Recalling firm: Autocar, LLC; 2013 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with auxiliary axles and 36/36 rear brake chambers. Over-braking can cause excessive vibration and cause the S-cam tube bolts to become loose and allow the brakes to unexpectedly engage.

What to do

Autocar will contact owners and dealers will change the rear brake chambers and the S-cam brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1701.

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Recall details

Brand
AUTOCAR
Model
XPEDITOR
Manufacturer
Autocar, LLC
Lot
2013 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2014 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2015 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR | 2016 AUTOCAR XPEDITOR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Autocar Xpeditor | 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | 2016 Autocar Xpeditor — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V050000 on January 27, 2017. Reported hazard: Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles equipped with auxiliary axles and 36/36 rear brake chambers. Over-braking can cause excessive vibration and cause the S-cam tube bolts to become loose and allow the brakes to unexpectedly engage.

What should I do if I have this product?

Autocar will contact owners and dealers will change the rear brake chambers and the S-cam brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1701.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AUTOCAR. Model: XPEDITOR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)