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Autocar - Service brakes traction relay valve
Official notice
8 Feb 2012
Last checked
8 Feb 2012
An official NHTSA notice concerns Autocar - Service brakes traction relay valve. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers. Published 2012-02-08.
What to do now
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 8, 2012. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.
Units affected
269
Recall number
A-1201
Official notice
2012-02-08
The hazard
The hazard
Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.
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Brand: Autocar. Contact: Autocar, LLC.
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