Autocar, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Autocar, LLC in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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May 8, 2013

(Campaign #: A-1302)

Missing Air Tank Drain Valves/FMVSS 121

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2005-2013 ACX, WX, and WXLL trucks built November 16, 2004, through September 10, 2012. On the affected vehicles, the air brake systems were built without the required air tank drain valve. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."

NHTSA ID: 13V184000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 82

Consequence Summary:

Air tanks with valves omitted will not drain if moisture is introduced into the tank, potentially reducing air capacity in the air brake system, which could cause a reduction in brake performance and equipment durability, thus increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1302.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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May 8, 2013

(Campaign #: A-1303)

Windshield Wiper Linkage Welds/FMVSS 104

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ACX trucks built May 1, 2012, through November 15, 2012. Due to an insufficient weld, the windshield wiper arms of the vehicles may not be held in their proper position. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 104, "Windshield wiping and washing systems."

NHTSA ID: 13V183000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 797

Consequence Summary:

Without properly working windshield wipers, the driver's vision could be hindered by precipitation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's recall campaign number is A-1303.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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April 11, 2013

(Campaign #: A-1301)

Air Brake Leakage may cause Brake Drag

Autocar, LLC is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 ACX vehicles manufactured January 24, 2011, through December 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Meritor axle assemblies that were built with disc brakes using MGM J24 series air brake chambers. In the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.

NHTSA ID: 13V138000

Component: PARKING BRAKE

# of Units Affected: 532

Consequence Summary:

Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Autocar will notify owners and will replace the actuators as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-765-489-5499. Autocar's campaign recall number is A-1301.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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