Vent tube may detach from engine breather
Defect Summary
Autocar industries, llc (autocar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 xpert and xspotter vehicles manufactured september 24, 2013, to april 22, 2015, and equipped with certain cummins westport isl g engines. excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
Safety Consequence
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of autocar, and cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ecm) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on june 16, 2015. owners may contact autocar customer service at 1-765-589-5499 or cummins inc. At 1-800-343-7357. autocar's number for this recall is mdtt-01.
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FAQ: Recall 15V281000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V281000?
NHTSA recall 15V281000 was issued by Autocar Industries, Llc on May 13, 2015. It addresses: Vent tube may detach from engine breather. The recall affects approximately 41 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Autocar Industries, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V281000 or the manufacturer campaign number MDTT-01. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.