Recall 19V227 covers 656 2019-2020 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles for missing brake chamber clevis pin retainers. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 656 2019-2020 Xpeditor vehicles because the brake chamber clevis pin retainer can be missing, which can increase the distance needed to stop. Longer stopping distance increases crash risk, and Autocar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2019-2020 Autocar Xpeditor uses air brakes, a system that uses compressed air to apply the brake chambers at each wheel. At the brake chamber, a clevis connects the chamber pushrod to the brake linkage. A clevis pin holds that connection in place, and a retainer keeps the pin from working loose as the brakes move.
On affected Xpeditor vehicles with s-cam brakes, the clevis pin retainer was omitted during assembly. In an s-cam brake, the cam turns and spreads the brake shoes against the drum. Without the retainer, the clevis pin does not have its normal locking piece. If the pin shifts or comes out, the brake linkage loses its normal movement, so the brakes do not apply as designed and the truck needs more distance to stop.
The warning sign is increased braking distance. A driver can feel that as the truck taking longer to slow after the brake pedal is pressed.
Who's affected?
Covers two model years with the same brake system in scope.
| 2020 Autocar Xpeditor | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Autocar Xpeditor | brake system |
| Units affected | 656 |
| 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?
If the truck needs more distance to stop, the driver has less room to avoid traffic, pedestrians, or a stopped vehicle. Treat any increase in braking distance as a reason to slow down, leave extra following room, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Autocar Xpeditor is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the free brake chamber clevis pin retainer installation that secures the air brake linkage.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V227 when you call.
- Allow extra stopping distance until the repair is complete, and avoid hard braking when the truck is in service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician checks the brake chamber clevis pins and installs any missing retainers. Those retainers keep the clevis pins secured in the air brake linkage, so the repair is focused on restoring the intended brake chamber connection. The recall repair is free. Parts and labor are covered under Autocar campaign ACX-1904. Because the remedy is available, contact an Autocar dealer to have the work completed.
Timeline
| March 22, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 20, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 20, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 20, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 21, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V227?
Recall 19V227 covers 656 2019-2020 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles with a brake chamber clevis pin retainer that was not installed. The defect can increase stopping distance and crash risk. Autocar dealers will install missing retainers for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Autocar Xpeditor is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V227. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule installation of any missing brake chamber clevis pin retainers. Reference recall number 19V227 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Autocar dealers will install any missing brake chamber clevis pin retainers free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk in recall 19V227?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance. The missing brake chamber clevis pin retainer affects the service brake system, and extra distance needed to stop the vehicle can increase crash risk. The dealer repair restores the missing retainer at no cost.
What if I bought my 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 specific Xpeditor is included, then call an Autocar dealer or Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V227000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V227 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V227000 |
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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →