NHTSA Recall 07V290000: Parking brake
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Autocar Wx.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V290000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0702 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | July 5, 2007 |
| Owner notification | September 14, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Safety risk
This could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact autocar at 765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no.a-0702.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V290000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.