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2013-2016 Autocar Xpeditor recall: service brakes

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall on January 23, 2017. It covers about 38 vehicles.

vehicles affected
38
reported
Jan 23, 2017
owners notified
Mar 17, 2017

Service brakes

What is wrong
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.
Risk
Brakes that engage unexpectedly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 17V050000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V050000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2016 Autocar Xpeditor service brakes?

Yes. Recall 17V050000, reported on January 23, 2017, covers about 38 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V050000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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