International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V439000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V439000 by International Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2008-2013 international lonestar, prostar, and transtar trucks manufactured february 20, 2008, through july 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595baw or 0595bay) Includes 16,107 affected units, Trailer May Release from Fifth Wheel, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2008-2013 international lonestar, prostar, and transtar trucks manufactured february 20, 2008, through july 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595baw or 0595bay)

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 international lonestar, prostar, and transtar trucks manufactured february 20, 2008, through july 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595baw or 0595bay). due to an assembly error, the air lines at the isolation/vent valve may not be oriented correctly.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air line routing. if necessary, the air line routing will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on october 10, 2013. owners may contact navistar at 1-331-332-1590. navistar's recall number is 13514.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V439000
Report Received Date: 2013-09-18T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer may release from fifth wheel
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 16,107

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 13514
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 international lonestar, prostar, and transtar trucks manufactured february 20, 2008, through july 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595baw or 0595bay). due to an assembly error, the air lines at the isolation/vent valve may not be oriented correctly.
Consequence Summary: Because of the improper orientation, in the event of an air leakage at the isolation/vent valve, the 5th wheel jaw may release, unexpectedly releasing the trailer from the tractor, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air line routing. if necessary, the air line routing will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on october 10, 2013. owners may contact navistar at 1-331-332-1590. navistar's recall number is 13514.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91.95

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SID: row-5275~txzz~asch
NHTSA ID: 13V439000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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