International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V546000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V546000 by International Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2012-2013 international brand prostar and transtar commercial trucks, manufactured from august 01, 2011, through june 12, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504 Includes 4,747 affected units, Front Brake S-Cams may Fracture, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2012-2013 international brand prostar and transtar commercial trucks, manufactured from august 01, 2011, through june 12, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504

Defect Summary

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 international brand prostar and transtar commercial trucks, manufactured from august 01, 2011, through june 12, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504. the brake s-cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace s-cam tube bracket assemblies free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin by august 23, 2013. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V546000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2012-11-21T00:00:00

Subject: Front brake s-cams may fracture

Component: Service Brakes

Potentially Affected Units: 4,747

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 12530

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 international brand prostar and transtar commercial trucks, manufactured from august 01, 2011, through june 12, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504. the brake s-cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture.

Consequence Summary: Brake assembly fractures may result in an inoperative brake on the affected wheel. This will cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during breaking and/or increase the stopping distance. either result may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace s-cam tube bracket assemblies free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin by august 23, 2013. 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: 12V546000

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