International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V258000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V258000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 51,588 affected units, REMOTE POWER MODULE/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Navistar is recalling 51,588 heavy trucks, commercial buses and school buses manufactured between november 21, 2000 and may 21, 2008, equipped with one or more remote power modules. the potting material that encapsulates the circuit board of the vehicle's remote power module may not sufficiently seal the circuit board from water and contamination intrusion. if the encapsulation is compromised, water and contaminants may cause an internal electrical short, possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on july 10, 2008. owners may contact navistar at 1-280-461-1890.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V258000
Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc
Report Received Date: 2008-06-05T00:00:00
Subject: Remote power module/possible fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 51,588

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 08505
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Navistar is recalling 51,588 heavy trucks, commercial buses and school buses manufactured between november 21, 2000 and may 21, 2008, equipped with one or more remote power modules. the potting material that encapsulates the circuit board of the vehicle's remote power module may not sufficiently seal the circuit board from water and contamination intrusion. if the encapsulation is compromised, water and contaminants may cause an internal electrical short, possibly resulting in a fire.
Consequence Summary: A fire could cause personal injury or death.
Corrective Action: Navistar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on july 10, 2008. owners may contact navistar at 1-280-461-1890.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V258000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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