Recall 25V045 affects 130 2023-2025 Autocar E-Actt vehicles for software-linked rollaway and engine stall. Repair is free at franchised Autocar dealers.
Autocar is recalling 130 2023-2025 E-Actt vehicles because a software error can let the vehicle roll away on an incline and stall the engine. A rollaway or engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and Autocar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Autocar Software in 2023-2025 Autocar E-Actt vehicles controls how the electric drive system responds when the driver selects a travel direction and presses the accelerator. On an incline, that control logic is supposed to hold the selected direction, manage power delivery, and keep the vehicle from rolling the opposite way during launch.
In affected vehicles, a software error allows the E-Actt to roll back on an incline when the driver is trying to accelerate in the selected direction. If the vehicle rolls opposite that selected direction, the system can stall the engine instead of completing the launch. That creates a rollaway condition on a grade and leaves the driver with less control than expected.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in the vehicle software, so an owner should not expect a visible damaged part or a dashboard message before the rollaway and stall condition happens.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2023, 2024, and 2025 model years for E-Actt trucks, all tied to the same electrical system software.
| 2025 Autocar E-Actt | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| 2024 Autocar E-Actt | electrical system software |
| 2023 Autocar E-Actt | electrical system software |
| Units affected | 130 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA 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?
A vehicle rollaway or engine stall increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so keep extra space, avoid parking on slopes until repaired, and schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Autocar E-Actt is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the free software update that corrects the rollaway and engine-stall issue.
- Bring the owner letter if you received one. If not, reference recall number 25V045 when you call.
- Avoid leaving the vehicle parked on an incline until the software update is complete.
- Call Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 with questions and reference Autocar recall ACTT-2501.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician updates the vehicle software covered by recall 25V045. The software update is free under the recall. The owner letter explains how to schedule the inspection or repair at no cost. If you already paid to correct this software condition before the campaign, Autocar's standard reimbursement plan gives you a path to claim documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Autocar customer service using the number in your owner letter.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 30, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 27, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 28, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 30, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V045?
Recall 25V045 covers 130 2023-2025 Autocar E-Actt vehicles with a software error that can allow rollaway on an incline and cause an engine stall, increasing crash risk. Autocar dealers will update the vehicle software for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Autocar E-Actt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V045. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to schedule the software update. Reference recall number 25V045 and Autocar recall number ACTT-2501 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Autocar's remedy says dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Autocar dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway and engine stall. If the software error allows the E-Actt to roll on an incline or stall, the driver faces an increased risk of a crash. The fix is the free dealer software update.
When were owners notified about recall 25V045?
Autocar mailed owner notification letters on July 30, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific E-Actt 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/25V045000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V045 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V045000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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