NHTSA Recall 09V167000: Parking brake
AUTOCAR, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 183 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Autocar Wxll.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V167000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | A-0903 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | May 19, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 27, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar is recalling 183 my 2008-2009 wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The park brake button on the right-hand side of the vehicle should automatically set the park brake at 70-PSI descending pressure on the primary air system when the work brake is applied. In the affected vehicles, the park brakes do not apply automatically at 70-PSI; instead, they apply at 10-PSI. The lines between the park brake valves may be crossed, causing them to apply incorrectly.
Safety risk
Braking capability would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 9, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. 0903.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V167000
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.