International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V170000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V170000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 234 affected units, PITMAN ARM SEPARATION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international terrastar trucks, manufactured from august 23, 2011, through november 16, 2011 and equipped with a sheppard m83 steering gear (feature code 05psn). The fastener attaching the pitman arm to the steering gear shift may have been over tightened. As a result, the securing bolt may fail and the pitman arm may separate from the steering gear.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arm fasteners. this service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on about june 12, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V170000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2012-04-17T00:00:00

Subject: Pitman arm separation

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 234

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 12514

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international terrastar trucks, manufactured from august 23, 2011, through november 16, 2011 and equipped with a sheppard m83 steering gear (feature code 05psn). The fastener attaching the pitman arm to the steering gear shift may have been over tightened. As a result, the securing bolt may fail and the pitman arm may separate from the steering gear.

Consequence Summary: If this occurs, a loss of steering control could result, increasing the risk of crash resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arm fasteners. this service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on about june 12, 2012. 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: 12V170000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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