2020 Autocar Legend: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2020 Autocar Legend. The newest campaign is 25V208000. NHTSA received the report on 3 Apr 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V208000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2503.

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Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
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Recall campaigns

14 campaigns, newest first. 18,992 units in total.

25V2080003 Apr 2025Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
25V03600028 Jan 2025Suspension / Critical Fasteners
24V2640006 May 2024Electrical System / Wiring
24V26200011 Apr 2024Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights / Switch
24V16200029 Feb 2024Service Brakes, Air
23V4000002 Jun 2023Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
23V37200025 May 2023Seat Belts / Critical Fasteners
23V19600023 Mar 2023Power Train / Driveline / Center Support Bearing
22V07900011 Feb 2022Structure / Critical Fasteners
21V9560009 Dec 2021Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
21V67700031 Aug 2021Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
21V1500009 Mar 2021Exterior Lighting / Headlights
21V1490009 Mar 2021Steering / Column
20V6890006 Nov 2020Suspension

25V208000Received 3 Apr 2025. 1,000 units.
Electrical System / Wiring / Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2026 DC (Legend) vehicles. The incorrect blower motor fuse may have been installed.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrect fuse may fail to trip, allowing the blower to short circuit and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2503.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2503. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2025.
25V036000Received 28 Jan 2025. 958 units.
Suspension / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Autocar DC (Legend) trucks. The cab shock absorber bracket fasteners may have been improperly secured, allowing the fasteners to detach.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached fastener can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and secure or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2502.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2502. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2025.
24V264000Received 6 May 2024. 597 units.
Electrical System / Wiring
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. The wiring harness may route fusible links too closely to other components.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
During a short circuit, the fusible link may ignite nearby material, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will repair or replace the harness to include proper circuit protection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2404.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2404. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Apr 2025.
24V262000Received 11 Apr 2024. 398 units.
Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights / Switch
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2024 DC (Legend) vehicles. The hazard warning lights may not function independent of the ignition switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Warning lights that do not illuminate when the ignition switch is in the OFF position can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2402.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2402. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jun 2024.
24V162000Received 29 Feb 2024. 586 units.
Service Brakes, Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2401. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Apr 2024.
23V400000Received 2 Jun 2023. 11,308 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2016-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2020-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The park brake warning light may incorrectly illuminate during an air loss event. As such, these trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's numbers for this recall is ACX-2307 and DC-2303.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2307, DC-2303. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Jul 2023.
23V372000Received 25 May 2023. 373 units.
Seat Belts / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Autocar DC (Legend) trucks. The seat belt mounting fasteners may be improperly secured.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loose seat belt mounting fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect, secure, or replace the seat belt mounting fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2302.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2302. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Jan 2024.
23V196000Received 23 Mar 2023. 909 units.
Power Train / Driveline / Center Support Bearing
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 ACX (Xpeditor) and 2020-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The powertrain driveline center support bearing hardware may not have been properly secured.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An improperly secured powertrain driveline can detach from the vehicle and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, secure or replace the powertrain driveline support bearing hardware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2305 DC-2301.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2305 DC-2301. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 May 2023.
22V079000Received 11 Feb 2022. 132 units.
Structure / Critical Fasteners
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Legend vehicles. The grille bezel may be insufficiently attached, allowing it to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached grille bezel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the grille bezel and install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2201.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2201. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Apr 2022.
21V956000Received 9 Dec 2021. 1,001 units.
Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Xpeditor and 2020-2022 Legend vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Cummins will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-976-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2108 DC-2105.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2108 DC-2105. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Mar 2022.
21V677000Received 31 Aug 2021. 586 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2021 Xpeditor and 2020-2021 Legend vehicles. A machining defect may cause the power steering pump to fail, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will inspect the power steering pump, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner were notified of the defect on October 28, 2021. The remedy is expected to be available March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar's customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2104 DC-2104.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2105 DC-2104. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Mar 2022.
21V150000Received 9 Mar 2021. 24 units.
Exterior Lighting / Headlights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020 Legend vehicles. The headlight and windshield wiper wiring harness may become disconnected during operation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment", and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A disconnected headlight and windshield wiper wiring harness can cause a sudden loss of headlight and windshield wiper function, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness routing, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification letter on May 6, 2021. The remedy is expected to be available February 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2103.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2103. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 May 2022.
21V149000Received 9 Mar 2021. 60 units.
Steering / Column
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Legend vehicles. The steering column tilt control cable may contact the steering shaft, possibly causing the steering shaft to bind and requiring an increased effort to steer the vehicle.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column tilt cable routing, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Autocar issued owners an interim notification letter on May 6, 2021. The remedy is expected to be avalabile February 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2022. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2102.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number DC-2102. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 May 2022.
20V689000Received 6 Nov 2020. 1,060 units.
Suspension
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Xpeditor and Legend vehicles. The transverse torque rod mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the transverse torque rod mounting bolts are not properly tightened, the bolts may fail and become disconnected from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Autocar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2021. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2008.
Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACX-2008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Jan 2021.

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Complaints by component

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Investigations

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Official channels

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Cite this page

Recall Register. 2020 Autocar Legend: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/autocar/legend/2020/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 15 May 2019
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Autocar, LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2020 Autocar Legend?: 18,992 units in 14 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Autocar Legend have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 28 recall campaigns for the Autocar Legend, model years 2020 to 2026. 14 of them name the 2020 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2020 Autocar Legend open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.