International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V372000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V372000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 36 affected units, DUAL STEERING GEAR FEATURE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international workstar commercial trucks manufactured from february 7, 2011, through june 7, 2011, and built with dual steering gear feature codes 05ptb, 05pte, 05pua, 05pub, 05puc, 05pud, 05pue, or 05puh. the fastener that attaches the pitman arm to the right side steering gear may not have been tightened to its specified torque, or the locking feature associated with the fastener may not have been properly installed. an under torque condition and/or missing locking feature may cause a loose connection possibly allowing the pitman arm to separate from the steering gear resulting in loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the pitman arm/steering gear connection, and either the connecting fastener will be tightened to the correct assembly torque or the pitman arm will be replaced. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 19, 2011. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V372000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-07-21T00:00:00

Subject: Dual steering gear feature

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 36

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 11512

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international workstar commercial trucks manufactured from february 7, 2011, through june 7, 2011, and built with dual steering gear feature codes 05ptb, 05pte, 05pua, 05pub, 05puc, 05pud, 05pue, or 05puh. the fastener that attaches the pitman arm to the right side steering gear may not have been tightened to its specified torque, or the locking feature associated with the fastener may not have been properly installed. an under torque condition and/or missing locking feature may cause a loose connection possibly allowing the pitman arm to separate from the steering gear resulting in loss of steering control.

Consequence Summary: Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash that may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the pitman arm/steering gear connection, and either the connecting fastener will be tightened to the correct assembly torque or the pitman arm will be replaced. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 19, 2011. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V372000

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Created At: 1742808662

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