Recall 15V289 affects 1,123 2011-2016 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles because the park brake can engage unexpectedly. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 1,123 2011-2016 Xpeditor vehicles under recall 15V289 because a synchronization valve setup can let the park brake engage unexpectedly if the operator releases it without first applying the service brake. That parking-brake engagement can happen at any speed and increase crash risk; the Autocar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake system on 2011-2016 Autocar Xpeditor trucks is designed to hold the vehicle when it is stopped or parked. A synchronization valve, Autocar part number A7660006-001, works with the park brake button to control air pressure for that brake. On these cab configurations, the button sits to the right of the right-hand drive steering wheel.
The problem happens during a release attempt. If the operator tries to release the park brake without first pressing the service brake, which is the main foot brake, the park brake can re-engage afterward. That engagement can happen at any speed and is unexpected to the operator. Autocar was still investigating the root cause when the recall was filed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign is the park brake applying unexpectedly after an attempted release, so the issue can show up during normal vehicle operation.
Who's affected?
Covers 6 Xpeditor model years, all tied to the same parking brake component.
| 2015 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2014 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
| 2016 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
| 2011 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
| 2012 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
| 2013 Autocar Xpeditor | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 1,123 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected park brake engagement at any speed increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat any unexpected brake engagement as a reason to stop and call an Autocar dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Autocar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2016 Autocar Xpeditor is included in this recall.
- Call Autocar customer service at 1-765-489-5499 to confirm repair timing for recall number 15V289.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to ask about the free synchronization-valve replacement that lowers the valve opening pressure so the park brake does not engage unexpectedly.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one, and reference recall number 15V289 when you schedule service.
- Apply the service brake firmly before releasing the park brake until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is not available yet. Once Autocar opens it, an Autocar technician will replace the synchronization valve with one that opens at a lower pressure. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. Autocar has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a related synchronization valve repair before the recall notice, ask Autocar customer service how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 18, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 8, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 8, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 8, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 8, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 8, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V289?
Recall 15V289 covers 1,123 2011-2016 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles with a park-brake synchronization valve that can let the park brake engage unexpectedly at any speed. Autocar dealers will replace the valve with one that has a lower opening pressure for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2016 Autocar Xpeditor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Xpeditor is included in recall 15V289. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the synchronization valve replacement. Reference recall number 15V289 or Autocar recall number ACX-1502 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Autocar dealers will replace the park-brake synchronization valve free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 15V289.
What is the safety risk?
The park brake can engage unexpectedly at any speed, which increases crash risk. The issue involves certain right-hand-drive and dual-drive cab configurations where the park brake button is located to the right of the right-hand-drive steering wheel.
What if I bought this Autocar Xpeditor used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Xpeditor is included, then call a franchised Autocar dealer with recall number 15V289 or ACX-1502.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V289000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-765-489-5499 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V289 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V289000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →