AUTOCAR XPEDITOR (2021) recall — Parking Brake
Autocar is recalling 2018-2021 XPEDITOR trucks with right-hand drive cabs due to parking brake plumbing issues that may cause unexpected application without warning.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Unexpected parking brake application can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Autocar is recalling certain 2018-2021 XPEDITOR trucks with right-hand drive cabs because the parking brake plumbing might cause the brake to apply unexpectedly without warning. This could increase crash risk if the driver doesn't notice. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80243-autocar-xpeditor-2021-parking-brake-may-apply-unexpectedly-causing-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80243-autocar-xpeditor-2021-parking-brake-may-apply-unexpectedly-causing-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V450000
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“Autocar XPEDITOR 2021: Parking brake may apply unexpectedly causing crash risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80243-autocar-xpeditor-2021-parking-brake-may-apply-unexpectedly-causing-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #20V450000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V450000).
Why it’s dangerous
The parking brake synchronization valve plumbing may be improperly assembled. This can cause the parking brake to apply unexpectedly without warning, potentially increasing crash risk if the driver doesn't notice.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2021 Autocar XPEDITOR trucks with right-hand drive cabs are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are most at risk if the parking brake applies unexpectedly.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Autocar XPEDITOR truck has a right-hand drive cab configuration. The recall covers models from 2018 to 2021 with a park brake valve button located to the right of the steering wheel.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Autocar Customer Service
Call 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488 to get the recall correction.
Get Plumbing Correction
Dealers will correct the plumbing to allow the parking brake system to operate as designed.
What NHTSA says to do
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the plumbing to allow the system to operate as designed. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2004.
Questions people ask
Why is my parking brake applying unexpectedly?
The parking brake synchronization valve plumbing may be improperly assembled, causing the brake to apply unexpectedly without warning.
How do I know if my truck is affected?
Your Autocar XPEDITOR truck is affected if it has a right-hand drive cab configuration and was made between 2018 and 2021.
What should I do if I own an affected truck?
Contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488 to get the plumbing corrected by a dealer.
Contact Autocar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Autocar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V450000 — Autocar Autocar Hello, I own a Autocar that is covered by recall 20V450000 from Autocar. The official recall notice states: Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the plumbing to allow the system to operate as designed. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3488. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2004. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20V450000 (July 31, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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