Recall 13V042000: 2011–2013 Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin, 2011–2013 Fontaine Int'l 4400 W/dual Steerin, 2011–2013 Fontaine Int'l 7300 W/dual Steerin +2 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 8, 2013
Vehicles affected
811
Models
5
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Navistar International 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks; manufactured January 1, 2011 through January 9, 2013 and were modified to be able to be steered from either front seat. Certain steering assembly retaining clips may not be completely engaged, resulting in the clips coming loose.

The risk

Without a retaining clip, the steering may feel "loose" and be unresponsive which may increase steering difficulty and the likelihood of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will inspect each truck's steering cross shaft assembly. Any that are found defective will have the complete steering cross shaft assembly replaced, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2013. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2011 Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2012 Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2013 Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2011 Fontaine Int'l 4400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2012 Fontaine Int'l 4400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2013 Fontaine Int'l 4400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2011 Fontaine Int'l 7300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2012 Fontaine Int'l 7300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2013 Fontaine Int'l 7300 W/dual Steerin
  • 2011 Fontaine Int'l 7400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2012 Fontaine Int'l 7400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2013 Fontaine Int'l 7400 W/dual Steerin
  • 2011 Fontaine Int'l 7500 W/dual Steerin
  • 2012 Fontaine Int'l 7500 W/dual Steerin
  • 2013 Fontaine Int'l 7500 W/dual Steerin

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V042000
Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Owner letters
Apr 12, 2013
Components
Steering (Steering)

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