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Vehicle recall 09V167000 · May 19, 2009

2008-2009 Autocar Wxll

The park brake button on the right-hand side of the vehicle should automatically set the park brake at 70-psi descending pressure on the primary air system when the work brake is…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Autocar is recalling 183 my 2008-2009 wxll heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The park brake button on the right-hand side of the vehicle should automatically set the park brake at 70-psi descending pressure on the primary air system when the work brake is applied. In the affected vehicles, the park brakes do not apply automatically at 70-psi; instead, they apply at 10-psi. The lines between the park brake valves may be crossed, causing them to apply incorrectly.
Consequence
Braking capability would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before June 9, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Notes
Autocar recall no. 0903.OWNERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
09V167000
Reported to NHTSA
May 19, 2009
Filed by
AUTOCAR, LLC
Manufacturer campaign
A-0903
Owner notification
May 27, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected
183
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Parking brake
Recall 09V167000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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