Recall 18V558 covers 297 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter vehicles with an incorrectly welded brake pedal mounting plate. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 297 2018-2019 Xspotter vehicles because the brake pedal mounting plate was welded incorrectly. That defect can let the brake pedal disconnect, stop the driver from applying the brakes, and increase crash risk; Autocar dealers will inspect and repair the pedal mounting plate free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake pedal floor mounting plate anchors the brake pedal assembly to the cab floor on 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter vehicles. When you press the brake pedal, that plate holds the pedal and linkage in position so your foot pressure reaches the hydraulic brake system, which uses fluid pressure to apply the brakes.
The problem is the weld on the mounting plate. A supplier-built plate was not welded to specification, so the mount does not have the intended strength at the pedal anchor point. If the weld separates, the pedal can loosen, shift, or disconnect from its floor mounting. That interrupts the normal path between the driver's foot and the brake system.
The warning sign is movement in the service brake pedal. Owners can notice the pedal becoming loose or disconnected, which points to a mounting plate problem rather than a routine pedal adjustment.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2018 and 2019 Xspotter model years, both tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2018 Autocar Xspotter | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Autocar Xspotter | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 297 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
A loose or disconnected service brake pedal can prevent the brakes from being applied, increasing crash risk. Treat any looseness in the pedal as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call an Autocar dealer for service. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the free brake-pedal mounting-plate replacement that secures the pedal so the brakes can be applied.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar sent one. If not, reference recall number 18V558 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and plan more room to stop.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician replaces the brake pedal floor mounting plate covered by recall 18V558. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Autocar's general reimbursement plan is on file for owners who already paid for a related brake pedal floor mounting plate repair. Keep repair orders and payment records, then contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 and ask how to submit documentation for recall ACTT-1801.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 23, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 15, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 15, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 15, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 16, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V558?
Recall 18V558 covers 297 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter vehicles with a brake pedal floor mounting plate that was incorrectly welded. If the pedal disconnects, the driver loses the normal way to apply the brakes. Autocar dealers will replace the mounting plate for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Autocar Xspotter is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Xspotter is included in recall 18V558. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule replacement of the brake pedal floor mounting plate. Reference recall 18V558 or Autocar recall number ACTT-1801 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Autocar dealers will replace the brake pedal floor mounting plate free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 18V558.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of brake-pedal function. If the incorrectly welded mounting plate lets the brake pedal disconnect, the driver loses the pedal input needed to apply the brakes, increasing crash risk. Check your VIN before scheduling the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V558000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V558 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V558000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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