Autocar E-ACTT Terminal Tractors Recall
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Autocar, LLC is recalling 685 units of 2023-2027 E-ACTT terminal tractors due to an improperly secured ABS ECU that may separate and cause the ABS system to fail.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2023-2027 ACTT terminal tractors. The Antilock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be improperly secured, allowing the ABS ECU to separate.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 2023-2027 Autocar E-ACTT terminal tractors. A total of 685 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V501000 and Autocar's recall number is ACTT-2601.
What You Should Do
Autocar will replace the fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611.
Why This Matters
A separated ABS ECU may become damaged, causing the ABS system to fail and increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V501000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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