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NHTSA Recall 25V036000: Critical fasteners (suspension)

Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 958 vehicles. It affects 2020–2026 Autocar Legend.

958
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (March 27)
NHTSA campaign25V036000
Manufacturer campaignDC-2502
ComponentSUSPENSION › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedJanuary 28, 2025
Owner notificationMarch 27, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Autocar DC (Legend) trucks. The cab shock absorber bracket fasteners may have been improperly secured, allowing the fasteners to detach.

Safety risk

A detached fastener can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and secure or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2502.

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 nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V036000

Make and modelModel years
Autocar Legend2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

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.