Autocar Xpeditor recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 13, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Autocar, LLC recalls 2014–2016 Autocar Xpeditor

Recall number

15V648000

Brand / firm

Autocar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 483 units

Why it was recalled

If the brake plunger is not functioning properly and affecting braking performance, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured January 3, 2014, to August 13, 2015. In dual-drive, right-hand stand configurations, the right-side brake plunger may stick and cause the brakes to drag.

What to do

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake plunger, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1505.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.