Recall 11V589000: 2012 IC Bus Iccb, 2012 International Durastar
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 19, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 11
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international durastar and ic bus hc heavy trucks and buses manufactured from february 10, 2011, through february 18, 2011,that were equipped with a meritor mfs08 series non-drive front steer axle. During the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.
The risk
Insufficient torque of the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation, thereby potentially resulting in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
Navistar's recall campaign number is 11521.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V589000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 11521
- Manufacturer
- NAVISTAR, INC
- Owner letters
- Feb 10, 2012
- Components
- Power train:axle assembly (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology