NHTSA Recall 23V023000: Parking brake
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,353 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Autocar Wx.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V023000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ACX-2303 ACTT-2301 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | January 23, 2023 |
| Owner notification | March 23, 2023 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Safety risk
The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V023000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Autocar Wx | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Autocar Wxll | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Autocar Xpeditor | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Autocar Xpert | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Autocar Xspotter | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.