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NHTSA Recall 18V558000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

Autocar Industries, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 297 vehicles. It affects 2018–2019 Autocar Xspotter.

297
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (October 15)
NHTSA campaign18V558000
Manufacturer campaignACTT-1801
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Report receivedAugust 23, 2018
Owner notificationOctober 15, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter vehicles. The brake pedal mounting plate may be incorrectly welded, possibly resulting in the brake pedal disconnecting.

Safety risk

If the brake pedal becomes disconnected, the brakes may not be able to be applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal floor mounting plate, free of charge. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1801.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V558000

Make and modelModel years
Autocar Xspotter2018, 2019

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.