Insufficient volume in air tank/fmvss 121
Defect Summary
Autocar, llc (autocar) is recalling certain 2015-2022 actt (xspotter) and acx (xpeditor) vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."
Safety Consequence
Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace or add additional air tanks as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed august 29, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available, anticipated late-june 2026. Owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall are actt-2503 and acx-2503.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Autocar, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 25V449000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V449000?
NHTSA recall 25V449000 was issued by Autocar, Llc on July 3, 2025. It addresses: Insufficient volume in air tank/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Autocar, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V449000 or the manufacturer campaign number ACX-2503 ACTT-2503. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.