Improperly crimped brake chamber
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2019 international hx, durastar, workstar, hv, lonestar, lt, mv, and rh vehicles, and ic bus hc, ce, and re vehicles equipped with long stroke brake chambers and spring actuated parking brakes. the spring actuated parking brake may be improperly crimped to the long stroke service brake chamber, causing a service brake air leak and the possible separation of the spring brake chamber from the service brake section.
Safety Consequence
An air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber can increase the needed stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chamber assemblies from the suspected lot, free of charge. the recall began october 23, 2018. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 18512.
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FAQ: Recall 18V597000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V597000?
NHTSA recall 18V597000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on September 7, 2018. It addresses: Improperly crimped brake chamber. The recall affects approximately 2,089 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V597000 or the manufacturer campaign number 18512. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.