Recall 13V054000: 2011–2012 Workhorse W42, 2011–2012 Workhorse W62
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 20, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 3,226
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2011, through July 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. The brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
The risk
Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. The safety recall began on April 26, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51301-C.
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 Workhorse W42
- 2012 Workhorse W42
- 2011 Workhorse W62
- 2012 Workhorse W62
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V054000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 51301-C
- Manufacturer
- Navistar, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 26, 2013
- Components
- Service brakes (Brakes); Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder (Brakes)
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