NHTSA Recall 25V209000: Reservoir/tank (service brakes)
Autocar, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2023–2024 Autocar Legend.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V209000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | DC-2504 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › RESERVOIR/TANK |
| Report received | April 3, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2504.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V209000
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.