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SevereNHTSA·12V546000·Announced 2012-11-21

Navistar Recalls 2012-2013 International Trucks Due to Brake Bracket Fracture Risk

Navistar is recalling 2012-2013 International ProStar and TranStar trucks because front brake bracket assemblies may fracture, potentially causing brake failure and increased crash risk.

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 (brake bracket fracture) that can lead to brake failure and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 International brand ProStar and TranStar commercial trucks. These vehicles were manufactured between August 1, 2011, and June 12, 2012, and are equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504. The recall involves 4,747 vehicles.

The brake S-Cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture. If this occurs, the brake on the affected wheel may become inoperative. This can cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during braking and/or increase the stopping distance, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the S-Cam tube bracket assemblies free of charge. The safety recall was expected to begin by August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR, PROSTAR
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
4,747

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 (2)

  • TRANSTAR
  • PROSTAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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