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Recall 16V-028: 2013–2016 Autocar Xpeditor

Autocar, LLC recall for service brakes, reported to NHTSA on Jan 22, 2016, covering about 1,028 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-028
Report date
Jan 22, 2016
Vehicles affected
1,028
Owners notified
Mar 4, 2016

The problem

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to January 5, 2016. The affected vehicles are configured with dual-drive, right-hand-stand-up cabs. In these vehicles, the locking cotter pin on the brake pedal mounting bracket may not be fully engaged, allowing the brake pedal to detach.

The risk

If the brake pedal detaches, there would be an increased the risk of a crash.

The fix

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of, or install, the cotter pin, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1601.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerAutocar, LLC
ComponentService Brakes
Service Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V028000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Autocar Xpeditor2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V-028?

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Xpeditor vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to January 5, 2016. The affected vehicles are configured with dual-drive, right-hand-stand-up cabs. In these vehicles, the locking cotter pin on the brake pedal mounting bracket may not be fully engaged, allowing the brake pedal to detach.

How is recall 16V-028 fixed?

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of, or install, the cotter pin, free of charge. The recall began on March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-1601.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.