Low Air Pressure Warning Malfunction/FMVSS 121
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Autocar, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V162000 |
| Report Received Date | 2/29/2024 |
| Component | N/A |
| Vehicles Affected | 586 |
| Completion Rate | 45.73% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. A software error may cause the low air pressure warning to not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Issue
A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the low air pressure warning software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2401.
