NHTSA Recall 24V162000: Service brakes, air
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 586 vehicles. It affects 2020–2024 Autocar Legend.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V162000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | DC-2401 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | February 29, 2024 |
| Owner notification | April 26, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. A software error may cause the low air pressure warning to not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the low air pressure warning software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2401.
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 24V162000
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.