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Campaign 20V257 Posted May 7, 2020 80 units

2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor Recall 20V257: ATC ECU Fault

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 24, 2026

Recall 20V257 affects 80 2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles for incorrectly programmed ATC ECUs. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.

Autocar is recalling 80 2015-2020 Xpeditor vehicles because the Wabco Automatic Traction Control electronic control unit was programmed incorrectly and can malfunction without warning. An ATC ECU malfunction can increase the risk of a crash, and Autocar dealers will complete the free repair.

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What's wrong?

The automatic traction control ECU on 2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor trucks is the electronic controller for the traction control system. It reads wheel-speed and vehicle signals, then commands the system that helps limit wheel spin when the drive wheels start to lose grip. The ECU has to use the right program file for the truck's drivetrain and traction control setup.

On these trucks, the Wabco ECU was programmed with the wrong traction control configuration. That incorrect setup can make the automatic traction control malfunction without warning. Autocar's review found the ABS braking strategy was not changed by this parameter issue, but the traction control controller still needed the correct program file for the application.

There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard message, noise, or change in pedal feel before the traction control malfunction appears.

Who's affected?

Spans 6 model years of the Xpeditor, all tied to the traction control system.

2019 Autocar Xpeditor Traction control system
2015 Autocar Xpeditor Traction control system
2018 Autocar Xpeditor Traction control system
2020 Autocar Xpeditor Traction control system
2017 Autocar Xpeditor Traction control system
Units affected80
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents 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?

An ATC ECU malfunction can increase crash risk. There is no warning sign listed before the malfunction, so do not wait for a dashboard alert or symptom before arranging service. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the free ATC ECU reprogramming that corrects the traction-control malfunction.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V257 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since the traction-control ECU can malfunction without warning.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Autocar technician reprograms the Automatic Traction Control ECU so the control unit has the correct software. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor tied to the reprogramming. If you already paid for an ATC ECU programming repair before the recall notice, Autocar's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring the repair invoice and proof of payment to the service desk or contact Autocar customer service for the reimbursement path.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

May 7, 2020 NHTSA published the recall
July 6, 2020 Dealer notification began
July 6, 2020 Owner notification mailed
July 6, 2020 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
July 7, 2020 Dealer notification ended
July 7, 2020 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V257?

Recall 20V257 covers 80 2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor vehicles equipped with Wabco Automatic Traction Control electronic control units that were not programmed correctly. The ATC ECU can malfunction without warning, increasing crash risk. Autocar dealers will reprogram the ATC ECU for free.

What should I do if my 2015-2020 Autocar Xpeditor is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific Xpeditor is included in recall 20V257. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule ATC ECU reprogramming. Reference recall 20V257 or Autocar recall ACX-2002 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 20V257, Autocar dealers will reprogram the Automatic Traction Control ECU free of charge at a franchised Autocar dealer.

What warning signs should I watch for?

There is no warning sign before the ATC ECU malfunction. Because the problem involves incorrect programming in the traction control electronic control unit, the VIN check is the way to confirm whether your specific Xpeditor is included and needs the free dealer reprogramming.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V257000
Autocar customer service1-888-218-3611
NHTSA recall #20V257
NHTSA recall # (full)20V257000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →