Recall 14V199 affects 207 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert vehicles for low brake-valve bolt torque. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 207 2012-2014 Xpert vehicles under recall 14V199 because brake valve mounting bolts can be below the required torque. If the airline connection at the brake valve fails, the vehicle can lose brake line air pressure, increasing crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Autocar makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The air brake system on 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert trucks uses compressed air to apply and release the brakes. A brake valve helps route that air pressure when the driver presses the pedal, and air lines connect the valve to the rest of the brake system. Bolts hold that valve in place on the cab so the air line connections stay tight and aligned.
In NHTSA campaign 14V199, the problem is the torque on those brake valve mounting bolts. If the bolts were not tightened enough during assembly, the valve can loosen at the cab. That movement puts stress on the air line connections and can lead to a failed connection between the lines and the valve. When that connection fails, the air brake system is no longer secured as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not rely on noise, pedal feel, or a dashboard alert to identify this defect before the connection fails.
Who's affected?
Covers three model years of the Xpert, all tied to the brake system.
| 2012 Autocar Xpert | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2013 Autocar Xpert | brake system |
| 2014 Autocar Xpert | brake system |
| Units affected | 207 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Low bolt torque can reduce brake line air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. Schedule the recall service soon, and treat any brake system concern as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert is included in this recall.
- Call Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499 to confirm the repair status and reference recall number 14V199.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer about the free brake-valve mounting correction that secures the air-brake valve and air-line connection.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar sent one. If not, give the dealer recall number 14V199.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance because low bolt torque can reduce brake line air pressure.
What happens at the repair
Autocar notified owners after the recall began in June 2014. Once the dealer repair is open for your VIN, an Autocar technician corrects the brake valve mounting on the cab so the valve and airline connections are secured as intended. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ask the service desk whether the truck needs to stay at the dealership after inspection or correction, since the filing does not give a repair time.
Timeline
| April 23, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 20, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V199?
Recall 14V199 covers 207 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert vehicles with brake valve mounting bolts below the required torque. The defect can cause the airline and brake valve connection to fail, leading to loss of brake line air pressure and higher crash risk.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V199. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the brake valve mounting correction. Reference recall number 14V199 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Autocar dealers will correct the brake valve mounting free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost, and Autocar lists customer service at 1-765-489-5499 for this campaign.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of brake line air pressure. Low torque on the brake valve mounting bolts can break the airline and brake valve connection, reducing air-brake function and increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer correction.
What if I bought my Autocar Xpert used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the first owner, so a used 2012-2014 Autocar Xpert still qualifies if its VIN is included. Check your VIN, then call an Autocar dealer with recall number 14V199.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V199000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-765-489-5499 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V199 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V199000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →