NHTSA Recall 18V558000
Filed by Autocar Industries, LLC. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2018-08-23. An estimated 297 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter vehicles. The brake pedal mounting plate may be incorrectly welded, possibly resulting in the brake pedal disconnecting.
Risk
If the brake pedal becomes disconnected, the brakes may not be able to be applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal floor mounting plate, free of charge. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-1801.
Manufacturer campaign number: ACTT-1801
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.safercar.gov.