The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V314000·Announced 2012-07-05

Navistar Recalls 2008 Safari Coach Simba Diesel for Brake Defect

Navistar is recalling one 2008 Safari Coach Simba Diesel motorhome because brake calipers may grow, causing drag and reduced performance.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that results in reduced brake performance and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling one model year 2008 Safari Coach Simba Diesel recreational vehicle manufactured on June 29, 2007. The vehicle is equipped with Bosch hydraulic brakes. The recall involves the service brakes, specifically the hydraulic system.

The defect occurs when the motorhome chassis is exposed to long periods of non-driving. This can cause diametrical brake caliper piston growth and reduced piston-to-bore clearance. These conditions may lead to brake drag and overheating, resulting in reduced brake performance. Reduced brake performance may lead to an increased risk of a crash.

Navistar will notify the owner. An authorized Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) dealer will inspect and, as necessary, replace the brake calipers free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to the owner by DTNA on August 6, 2012. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SAFARI COACH SIMBA DIESEL
Brand
SAFARI COACH
Manufacturer
NAVISTAR, INC
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SIMBA DIESEL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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