NHTSA Recall 20V450000: Parking brake
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,086 vehicles. It affects 2018–2021 Autocar Xpeditor.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V450000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ACX-2004 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | July 31, 2020 |
| Owner notification | September 28, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor trucks with a right-hand drive cab configuration equipped with a park brake valve (button) located to the right of the steering wheel. The parking brake synchronization valve plumbing may be improperly assembled, causing the parking brake to apply unexpectedly without warning.
Safety risk
Unexpected parking brake application can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the plumbing to allow the system to operate as designed. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2004.
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 20V450000
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.